Serving 649 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Baldwin Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baldwin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Baldwin Elementary School's student population of 649 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
649 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Baldwin Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baldwin Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#287 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
56%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baldwin Elementary School's ranking?
Baldwin Elementary School is ranked #287 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Baldwin Elementary School often compared to?
Baldwin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clayton Elementary School, Kiker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Baldwin Elementary School?
649 students attend Baldwin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Baldwin Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baldwin Elementary School?
Baldwin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baldwin Elementary School offer ?
Baldwin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Baldwin Elementary School part of?
Baldwin Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Baldwin Elementary School located?
Baldwin Elementary School is located in the Meridian neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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