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Baldwin Shs
High School · Baldwin-Whitehall SD
4653 Clairton Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Enrollment
2,019
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
5.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
2,019
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
5.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,004 of 2,846
In Pittsburgh
#97 of 148
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Baldwin-Whitehall SD
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About Baldwin Shs
Baldwin Shs is a public high school in Pittsburgh, PA, part of Baldwin-Whitehall SD. Baldwin Shs serves approximately 2,019 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Baldwin Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,004 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Baldwin Shs show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
What's said publicly about Baldwin Shs
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.
Sources (2)
- This school 5.2 · Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Baldwin Shs is a large school: 2,019 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Test scores at Baldwin Shs sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Baldwin Shs — Students at Baldwin Shs score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from PA 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: 6.3/10.
How Baldwin Shs Compares
See how Baldwin Shs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4653 Clairton Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Baldwin Shs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Brentwood SHS (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pittsburgh Carrick HS (rated 5.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACLD TILLOTSON SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Moore Sch Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| EASTER SEALS OF WESTERN AND CENTRAL PA Pittsburgh | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Whitehall El Sch Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Brentwood SHS Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Brentwood MS Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| McAnnulty El Sch Pittsburgh | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| J.E. Harrison Education Ctr Pittsburgh | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Elroy Avenue El Sch Pittsburgh | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| McClellan El Sch Pittsburgh | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| MOTHER OF MERCY ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| MOTHER OF MERCY ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Pleasant Hills MS Pittsburgh | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh Concord K-5 Pittsburgh | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Pittsburgh Carrick HS Pittsburgh | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Abraham Lincoln El Sch Pittsburgh | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 Pittsburgh | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Pittsburgh Roosevelt K -5 Pittsburgh | 3.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Young Scholars of Western Pennsylvania CS Pittsburgh | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| EASTER SEALS WESTERN AND CENTRAL PA West Mifflin | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,016
Median Home Value
$224,200
Median Rent
$1,087/mo
Population
31,152
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Coatesville Area SHS Coatesville, PA | 5.3 |
| Altoona Area HS Altoona, PA | 5.1 |
| Crestwood Secondary Campus Mountain Top, PA | 5.1 |
| Liberty HS Bethlehem, PA | 5.1 |
| Washington George HS Philadelphia, PA | 5.1 |
| Wyoming Valley West SHS Plymouth, PA | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Baldwin Shs
What grades does Baldwin Shs serve?
Baldwin Shs serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Baldwin Shs?
Baldwin Shs has an enrollment of approximately 2,019 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Baldwin Shs?
The student-teacher ratio at Baldwin Shs is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Baldwin Shs rank in PA?
Baldwin Shs ranks #2,004 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Baldwin Shs's MySchoolScout rating?
Baldwin Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Baldwin Shs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Baldwin Shs has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Baldwin Shs a charter school?
No, Baldwin Shs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Baldwin Shs a Title I school?
No, Baldwin Shs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Baldwin Shs?
49.5% of students at Baldwin Shs qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,019
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 112
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.7%
- Phone
- (412) 885-7500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 89.0%
Resources & Links
District
Baldwin-Whitehall SD- District Enrollment
- 4,484
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,137
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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