Baldwin High School is a public high school located in Baldwin, Nassau County, New York. This school serves students in grades 9 to 12 in the Baldwin Union Free School District. It is the eighth-largest high school in Nassau County.
Serving 1,505 students in grades 9-12, Baldwin Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baldwin Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Baldwin Senior High School's student population of 1,505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 132 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
132 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are Innovative, We Are Inclusive, We Are Involved, We Are Baldwin
School Rankings
Baldwin Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baldwin Senior High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#784 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
32%
30%
Black
51%
16%
White
10%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baldwin Senior High School's ranking?
Baldwin Senior High School is ranked #784 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baldwin Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Baldwin Senior High School is 97%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Baldwin Senior High School?
1,505 students attend Baldwin Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Baldwin Senior High School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baldwin Senior High School?
Baldwin Senior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Baldwin Senior High School offer ?
Baldwin Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baldwin Senior High School part of?
Baldwin Senior High School is part of Baldwin Union Free School District.
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