Excellent
#139 of 990 schools in CT
Top 14% in state
A. Baldwin Middle School
Middle School · Guilford School District
68 Bullard Dr., Guilford, CT 06437
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#139 of 990
In Guilford
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
Guilford School District
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About A. Baldwin Middle School
A. Baldwin Middle School is a public middle school in Guilford, CT, part of Guilford School District. A.
Baldwin Middle School serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. A. Baldwin Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #139 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for A. Baldwin Middle School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- CT avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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A. Baldwin Middle School — Students at A. Baldwin Middle School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How A. Baldwin Middle School Compares
See how A. Baldwin Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
68 Bullard Dr., Guilford, CT 06437
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. Baldwin Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. E. C. Adams Middle School (rated 8.2/10, 3.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Walter C. Polson Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Madison), a more accessible option. Additionally, Francis Walsh Intermediate School (rated 6.4/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Branford), a more accessible option. For more schools in Guilford, see our Guilford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Guilford High School Guilford | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Guilford Lakes School Guilford | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Melissa Jones School Guilford | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| A. W. Cox School Guilford | 3.7 mi | 8.7 |
| E. C. Adams Middle School Guilford | 3.6 mi | 8.2 |
| CELC MIDDLE SCHOOL Branford | 4.8 mi | — |
| Calvin Leete School Guilford | 4.6 mi | 8.9 |
| North Branford Intermediate School North Branford | 4.3 mi | 6.0 |
| North Branford High School North Branford | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Francis Walsh Intermediate School Branford | 4.9 mi | 6.4 |
| THE COUNTRY SCHOOL Madison | 4.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Mary R. Tisko School Branford | 5.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Jerome Harrison School North Branford | 4.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School Madison | 4.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Totoket Valley Elementary School Northford | 5.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School Madison | 5.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Branford High School Branford | 5.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Walter C. Polson Middle School Madison | 6.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Daniel Hand High School Madison | 6.0 mi | 8.6 |
| John B. Sliney School Branford | 6.3 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06437 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,036
Median Home Value
$491,300
Median Rent
$1,754/mo
Population
22,037
College Educated
57.6%
Homeownership
84.9%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
50.7
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| Gideon Welles School Glastonbury, CT | 8.5 |
| Irving A. Robbins Middle School Farmington, CT | 8.5 |
| John Read Middle School Redding, CT | 8.5 |
| Newtown Middle School Newtown, CT | 8.5 |
| Western Middle School Greenwich, CT | 8.5 |
| Coleytown Middle School Westport, CT | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. Baldwin Middle School
What grades does A. Baldwin Middle School serve?
A. Baldwin Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend A. Baldwin Middle School?
A. Baldwin Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. Baldwin Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at A. Baldwin Middle School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. Baldwin Middle School rank in CT?
A. Baldwin Middle School ranks #139 of 990 schools in CT.
What is A. Baldwin Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
A. Baldwin Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. Baldwin Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A. Baldwin Middle School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is A. Baldwin Middle School a charter school?
No, A. Baldwin Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. Baldwin Middle School a Title I school?
No, A. Baldwin Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. Baldwin Middle School?
11.0% of students at A. Baldwin Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 483
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 7
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.6%
- Phone
- (203) 457-0222
Resources & Links
District
Guilford School District- District Enrollment
- 3,130
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,349
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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