Serving 1,510 students in grades 6-8, Baldi C C A Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Baldi C C A MS serves the northeast part of Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 10.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baldi C C A Middle School's student population of 1,510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,510 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1974
School Rankings
Baldi C C A Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baldi C C A Middle School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1283 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
30%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
12%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
45%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
5%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baldi C C A Middle School's ranking?
Baldi C C A Middle School is ranked #1283 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Baldi C C A Middle School often compared to?
Baldi C C A Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank Anne School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Baldi C C A Middle School?
1,510 students attend Baldi C C A Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Baldi C C A Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baldi C C A Middle School?
Baldi C C A Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Baldi C C A Middle School offer ?
Baldi C C A Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baldi C C A Middle School part of?
Baldi C C A Middle School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Baldi C C A Middle School located?
Baldi C C A Middle School is located in the Bustleton neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Bustleton.
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