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Baker Middle

1540 CASA GRANDE DR, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX, 78411

About Baker Middle

Baker Middle School is located at 1540 Casa Grande Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78411. The campus serves students in grades 6 through 8 within Corpus Christi Independent School District. About 947 students are enrolled, placing it among the more heavily attended middle schools in this part of Corpus Christi. The student–teacher ratio is approximately 18:1, which is slightly higher than many campuses at this level but still common for a large district school. The student body is about 54% male and 46% female. At Baker Middle School, 45% of students scored at or above the proficient level in math, and 58% did so in reading. The campus also functions as a magnet school with an International Baccalaureate focus, influencing the organization of classes and programs. Students here usually continue on Corpus Christi ISD’s high school pathway after eighth grade. Homes near the school often sell from the low-$200Ks into the mid-$300Ks, depending on neighborhood and property size. It is ranked among the top middle schools in Texas for this grade level, appealing to families in search of quality education and a nurturing community atmosphere.

Baker Middle Contact Information

Address

1540 CASA GRANDE DR, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX, 78411

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Phone

(361) 878-4600

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 45%
Reading 58%
State average proficiency is 45% in Math and 58% in Reading.
52
Full-time Teachers
18 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
947
Total Students
$66547
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 806 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Baker Middle

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:50 AM - 4:10 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:35 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 14.15%
Asian 6.02%
Hispanic 76.35%
Black 2.43%
Two+ Races 1.06%
Native Am. 0%
White
14.15%
Asian
6.02%
Hispanic
76.35%
Black
2.43%
Two+ Races
1.06%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 947
45.62%
432 Female
54.38%
515 Male

Student Population

947 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

473 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Baker Middle received a 91, or A rating, from the Texas Education Agency for the 2024–2025 academic year. The score was issued as part of the state’s accountability system for campus performance. The rating identified the school as meeting high marks under TEA evaluation standards.

FAQ

Q1. What kind of reading and response work is common at Baker Middle School in Corpus Christi?

Ans. Baker Middle School uses reading passages, article work, and response questions that ask students to explain key ideas clearly.

Q2. How are students expected to use class time at Baker Middle School?

Ans. Baker Middle School students are usually expected to stay engaged, complete tasks, and use work time productively.

Q3. What type of assignments appear often at Baker Middle School?

Ans. Baker Middle School includes short writing tasks, review activities, and skill practice connected to current instruction.

Q4. How does Baker Middle School help students who need extra support during lessons?

Ans. Baker Middle School teachers check in during work time and provide clarification or extra guidance when needed.

Q5. How are important notices communicated at Baker Middle School?

Ans. Baker Middle School shares reminders, school announcements, and schedule information through family communication platforms.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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