Baldwin County

Baldwin County serves approximately 30,491 students across 47 schools in rural Alabama, representing a slight 0.9% enrollment decrease from the prior year. The district operates 26 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 11 high schools with a student-teacher ratio of 16.4:1 across 1,919 teachers.

Academically, Baldwin County demonstrates performance above state averages. Math proficiency stands at 41.3% compared to the state average of 31.9%, while reading proficiency reaches 66.1% versus the state average of 54.5%. The graduation rate of 89.6% exceeds Alabama's 88.4% average.

The student population reflects significant economic and demographic diversity. Economically disadvantaged students comprise 46.0% of enrollment, English learners represent 8.2%, and students with disabilities account for 15.8%. Racial composition includes 73.7% White, 11.7% Black, and 14.4% Hispanic students.

Financially, Baldwin County operates with a total budget of $421.2 million and per-pupil spending of $13,363, exceeding the state average of $12,157. Revenue sources show a heavy reliance on local funding at 49.7%, supplemented by 40.9% state funding and 9.4% federal funding. This funding structure and above-average spending levels support the district's current academic outcomes relative to state benchmarks.