Serving 309 students in grades 6-8, Baldwin Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baldwin Junior High School's student population of 309 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing students to positively impact the world through academic, social-emotional, and behavioral success.
School Rankings
Baldwin Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baldwin Junior High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#553 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
87%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baldwin Junior High School's ranking?
Baldwin Junior High School is ranked #553 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Baldwin Junior High School often compared to?
Baldwin Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perry-lecompton Middle School, Ottawa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Baldwin Junior High School?
309 students attend Baldwin Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Baldwin Junior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 Junior High School?
Baldwin Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Baldwin Junior High School offer ?
Baldwin Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baldwin Junior High School part of?
Baldwin Junior High School is part of Baldwin City School District.
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