Best Schools in Baldwin, Louisiana
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Baldwin by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School
Middle · St. Mary Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
West St. Mary High School
High · St. Mary Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Raintree Elementary School
Elementary · St. Mary Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Baldwin for 2026 are B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School (8.3/10), West St. Mary High School (6.8/10), and Raintree Elementary School (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$127,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$127,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Baldwin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | West St. Mary High School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Raintree Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $30,761
- Median home value
- $127,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 6%
- Avg commute
- 38 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 50%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Baldwin compares
Louisiana rank
#26 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above Louisiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$31k
53% of Louisiana median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Baldwin, Louisiana
Baldwin, Louisiana is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Baldwin perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Baldwin is B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Baldwin is served by 1 school district: St. Mary Parish. These districts collectively serve 7,794 students.
Baldwin's community shows 6% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $30,761. The poverty rate in the area is 17.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 327 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 187 students · 6th–8th | 8.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 307 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
Schools in Baldwin
Baldwin, Louisiana · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$30,761
Median Home Value
$127,500
Median Rent
$935/mo
Population
1,757
College Educated
6%
Homeownership
50%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Community Profile
Baldwin has a median household income of $30,761. It is a community where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $127,500, with a median rent of $935/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.2%. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Baldwin, Louisiana
How many schools are in Baldwin, Louisiana?
Baldwin has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Baldwin, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Baldwin is 7.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Baldwin, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Baldwin on MySchoolScout is B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Baldwin, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Baldwin on MySchoolScout is Raintree Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Baldwin, Louisiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Baldwin on MySchoolScout is B. Edward Boudreaux Middle School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best high school in Baldwin, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Baldwin on MySchoolScout is West St. Mary High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Baldwin, Louisiana?
Baldwin is served by 1 school district: St. Mary Parish.
What is the education level in Baldwin, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 6% of adults in Baldwin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Baldwin, Louisiana?
The median household income in Baldwin is approximately $30,761 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Baldwin, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Baldwin is 11.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Baldwin, Louisiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Louisiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.