Serving 473 students in grades 5-12, Baldwyn High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baldwyn High School's student population of 473 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Baldwyn High School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baldwyn High 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
#297 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
46%
47%
White
47%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baldwyn High School's ranking?
Baldwyn High School is ranked #297 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Baldwyn High School often compared to?
Baldwyn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saltillo High School, Mooreville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baldwyn High School?
The graduation rate of Baldwyn High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Baldwyn High School?
473 students attend Baldwyn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Baldwyn High School students are White, 46% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baldwyn High School?
Baldwyn High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Baldwyn High School offer ?
Baldwyn High School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baldwyn High School part of?
Baldwyn High School is part of Baldwyn School District.
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