Serving 906 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Martha Baldwin Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 906 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martha Baldwin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Martha Baldwin Elementary School's student population of 906 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
906 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 24, 2025
Campus Size
5
School Rankings
Martha Baldwin Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martha Baldwin Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#988 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
64%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martha Baldwin Elementary School's ranking?
Martha Baldwin Elementary School is ranked #988 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Martha Baldwin Elementary School often compared to?
Martha Baldwin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Martha Baldwin Elementary School?
906 students attend Martha Baldwin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Martha Baldwin Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martha Baldwin Elementary School?
Martha Baldwin Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Martha Baldwin Elementary School offer ?
Martha Baldwin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Martha Baldwin Elementary School part of?
Martha Baldwin Elementary School is part of Alhambra Unified School District.
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School Reviews
5 1/14/2014
The school is wonderful!!!! I also have learned a lot. :-)))
5 7/11/2011
Great school !!! My daughter has attended since kindergarten and has grown in so many ways. The teachers are great and the staff is always helpful.
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