Baldwin Art And Academics Magnet
510 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Baldwin Arts and Academics Magnet School, located in Montgomery, Alabama, is a specialized public middle school that integrates a rigorous core academic curriculum with an intensive focus on the fine arts. As a magnet institution, it attracts students who demonstrate a high level of talent and commitment to creative disciplines, offering specialized pathways in areas such as dance, drama, band, choral music, visual arts, and piano. The school is designed to foster both intellectual curiosity and artistic expression, encouraging students to excel academically while developing their unique creative voices.
Beyond its artistic programming, Baldwin is recognized for its structured environment and high expectations for student achievement. By blending traditional subjects—such as mathematics, science, and literature—with performance-based learning, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded, critical thinkers who are prepared for the demands of high school and beyond. Its location in downtown Montgomery and its status within the Montgomery Public Schools system make it a focal point for families seeking an alternative, enrichment-heavy education that emphasizes the importance of the arts in a student's developmental growth.
Beyond its artistic programming, Baldwin is recognized for its structured environment and high expectations for student achievement. By blending traditional subjects—such as mathematics, science, and literature—with performance-based learning, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded, critical thinkers who are prepared for the demands of high school and beyond. Its location in downtown Montgomery and its status within the Montgomery Public Schools system make it a focal point for families seeking an alternative, enrichment-heavy education that emphasizes the importance of the arts in a student's developmental growth.
510
Total Students
29.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
27.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 114 |
| Hispanic | 8 |
| Black | 242 |
| Asian | 136 |
| Two or More | 5 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Black242 (47.5 %)
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Asian136 (26.7 %)
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White114 (22.4 %)
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Hispanic8 (1.6 %)
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Two or More5 (1.0 %)
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American Indian4 (0.8 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Montgomery County |
| Phone: | (334)269-3870 |
| Website: | http://www.baldwin.mps-al.org/ |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 510 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 29.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 139 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
207
Grade 7
144
Grade 8
159
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 207 |
| Grade 7 | 144 |
| Grade 8 | 159 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 314 | 61.6% |
| Male | 196 | 38.4% |
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