Serving 208 students in grades 2-4, Baldwin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baldwin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Baldwin Elementary School's student population of 208 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Baldwin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baldwin Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#727 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
11%
20%
White
76%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baldwin Elementary School's ranking?
Baldwin Elementary School is ranked #727 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Baldwin Elementary School often compared to?
Baldwin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodrow Wilson Elem. School, Oak Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Baldwin Elementary School?
208 students attend Baldwin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Baldwin Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baldwin Elementary School?
Baldwin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Baldwin Elementary School offer ?
Baldwin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Baldwin Elementary School part of?
Baldwin Elementary School is part of Paragould School District.
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