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 is 28% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baldwyn Middle School's student population of 239 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Baldwyn Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baldwyn Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
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%
68%
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
Profile last updated: 11/17/2024
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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