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Baldwin Elementary

Elementary School · Manassas City Public Schools

1978 Eagle Way, Manassas, VA 20110

Enrollment

618

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#1,278 of 1,851

In Manassas

#13 of 29

public schools

In district

#1 of 9

Manassas City Public Schools

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Baldwin Elementary

5.3/10

Elementary School in Manassas · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Baldwin Intermediate

3.9/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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4.0/10

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About Baldwin Elementary

Baldwin Elementary is a public elementary school in Manassas, VA, part of Manassas City Public Schools. Baldwin Elementary serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Baldwin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,278 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Baldwin Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 3.9
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Baldwin Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg-10.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.7 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)70% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected-8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,832
Chronic Absenteeism20.4%

Baldwin Elementary — Students at Baldwin Elementary score 62% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
74.0% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 57.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.2% (2025 SOL)

Based on 31 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
81%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2017
ELA
62%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
63%
ELA
60.3%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Baldwin Elementary Compares

See how Baldwin Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in VA
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1978 Eagle Way, Manassas, VA 20110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Baldwin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pennington Traditional (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MANASSAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Manassas Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Manassas, see our Manassas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Baldwin Intermediate Manassas 0.1 mi 3.9
Osbourn High Manassas 0.1 mi 4.0
Grace E. Metz Middle Manassas 0.5 mi 2.7
Mayfield Intermediate Manassas 0.7 mi 4.1
GRACE CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Manassas 0.9 mi
Pennington Traditional Manassas 0.8 mi 8.2
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Manassas 0.9 mi 6.0
Weems Elementary Manassas 1.2 mi 3.0
Jennie Dean Elementary Manassas 1.1 mi 4.9
Bennett Elementary Manassas 1.5 mi 5.4
Parkside Middle Manassas 1.6 mi 4.5
Richard C. Haydon Elementary Manassas 1.5 mi 3.5
Osbourn Park High Manassas 1.5 mi 6.4
George Carr Round Elementary Manassas 1.8 mi 2.9
Signal Hill Elementary Manassas 1.7 mi 5.8
GREATER MT CALVARY CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & ACADEMY Manassas 2.3 mi
Manassas Park Elementary Manassas Park 2.4 mi 3.0
Loch Lomond Elementary Manassas 2.6 mi 5.9
MANASSAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Manassas Park 2.1 mi 7.9
MANASSAS ADVENTIST PREPARATORY SCHOOL Manassas 2.4 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,397

Median Home Value

$445,300

Median Rent

$1,863/mo

Population

49,452

College Educated

33.5%

Homeownership

73.8%

Avg Commute

33.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Baldwin Elementary

What grades does Baldwin Elementary serve?

Baldwin Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Baldwin Elementary?

Baldwin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Baldwin Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Baldwin Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Baldwin Elementary rank in VA?

Baldwin Elementary ranks #1,278 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Baldwin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Baldwin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Baldwin Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Baldwin Elementary a charter school?

No, Baldwin Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Baldwin Elementary a Title I school?

No, Baldwin Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Baldwin Elementary?

74.9% of students at Baldwin Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Manassas city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

District

Manassas City Public Schools
District Enrollment
7,345
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,832
District Rank
#1 of 9

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