Central Baldwin Middle School ranked #617 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from a peak rank of #502 in 2017 and remaining within the top 50% of state schools overall.
Math proficiency declined from 47% in 2019 to 21% in 2023, consistently falling lower than the state average (30% in 2023), while reading proficiency improved slightly to 50% in 2022, higher than the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment was 34%, with Hispanic students numbering 135 and Black students 53 out of 767 total students; eligibility for free lunch rose sharply from 44% in 2022 to 66% in 2023, indicating increased socioeconomic need.
The school served grades 7–8 with a 2023 enrollment of 767 and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, consistent with past years; Central Baldwin Middle is a Title I eligible school in Baldwin County, Alabama.
Science proficiency was 41% in 2022, slightly higher than the state average of 38%, while the graduation rate in recent years was near the state average, recording 87% in 2023 compared to 88% statewide.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Baldwin Middle School serves the southeast part of Robertsdale, AL, covering an attendance area of approximately 334.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 20.1 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Baldwin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Central Baldwin Middle School's student population of 768 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
768 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Baldwin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Baldwin Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#617 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Baldwin Middle School's ranking?
Central Baldwin Middle School is ranked #617 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Central Baldwin Middle School often compared to?
Central Baldwin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daphne Middle School, Bay Minette Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Central Baldwin Middle School?
768 students attend Central Baldwin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Central Baldwin Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Baldwin Middle School?
Central Baldwin Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Baldwin Middle School offer ?
Central Baldwin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Baldwin Middle School part of?
Central Baldwin Middle School is part of Baldwin County School District.
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