Serving 239 students in grades 5-8, Baldwyn Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 28% (which was lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 27% (which was lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 54% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#600 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
47%
47%
White
46%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baldwyn Middle School's ranking?
Baldwyn Middle School is ranked #600 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Baldwyn Middle School?
239 students attend Baldwyn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Baldwyn Middle School students are Black, 46% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baldwyn Middle School?
Baldwyn Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Baldwyn Middle School offer ?
Baldwyn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Baldwyn Middle School part of?
Baldwyn Middle School is part of Baldwyn School District.
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