Serving 1,462 students in grades 6-8, Baldi C C A Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baldi C C A Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Baldi C C A Middle School's student population of 1,462 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Baldi C C A Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baldi C C A Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1320 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
5%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
14%
14%
White
42%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baldi C C A Middle School's ranking?
Baldi C C A Middle School is ranked #1320 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Baldi C C A Middle School often compared to?
Baldi C C A Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank Anne School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Baldi C C A Middle School?
1,462 students attend Baldi C C A Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Baldi C C A Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baldi C C A Middle School?
Baldi C C A Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Baldi C C A Middle School offer ?
Baldi C C A Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Baldi C C A Middle School part of?
Baldi C C A Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Baldi C C A Middle School located?
Baldi C C A Middle School is located in the Bustleton neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Bustleton.
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