Baldwin County

The Baldwin County School District in Alabama consists of 41 schools, including 25 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 8 high schools. The district is ranked 33 out of 137 school districts in the state and is rated 4 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.

Several schools in the district stand out as top performers. Fairhope High School is ranked 5th out of 378 Alabama high schools, with exceptional test scores, while Spanish Fort High School is ranked 10th and also has strong academic performance. At the middle school level, Fairhope Middle School is ranked 6th in the state and boasts outstanding test scores. Among elementary schools, Rockwell Elementary and Stonebridge Elementary are standouts, with high proficiency rates in English and Mathematics.

The data reveals significant performance gaps between the top-performing and lower-performing schools, particularly in terms of test scores. There also appears to be a correlation between socioeconomic status, as measured by free and reduced-price lunch rates, and academic performance. However, some high-poverty schools, such as Belforest Elementary, have managed to achieve exceptional results, demonstrating that with the right strategies, schools can overcome challenges and provide a high-quality education for all students. Overall, the Baldwin County School District has a mix of top-performing and lower-performing schools, highlighting the need to address equity and ensure that all students have access to the resources and support they need to succeed.