Overview

J. R. Baker Elementary School is a public school in Columbia, TN, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 18 elementary schools in Maury County School District.
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School Rating

J. R. Baker Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Tennessee with the same grade levels.
7/10
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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STUDENT LIFE

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

1301 Hampshire Pike
Columbia, TN 38401
School leader: Robin Smith
(931) 388-3319
(931) 840-4414
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