| Metric | Baldwin County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 31,517 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 45 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,445/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 18% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baldwin County School District (this district) | 9/10 | 84th | 31,517 |
| Gulf Shores City School District | 10/10 | 91st | 2,450 |
| Mobile County School District | 4/10 | 39th | 51,979 |
| Chickasaw City School District | 2/10 | 15th | 2,654 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 109 rated districts in AL → 84th percentile → 9/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
- J Larry Newton School — 0.6 mi · Grades PK–6 · 804 students
- Fairhope Middle School — 1.6 mi · Grades 7–8 · 775 students
- Fairhope High School — 1.8 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,536 students
- Fairhope East Elementary — 3.3 mi · Grades PK–6 · 913 students
- Fairhope West Elementary — 4.2 mi · Grades PK–6 · 972 students
- Baldwin County Virtual School — 7.5 mi · Grades 7–12 · 298 students
- Silverhill School — 7.7 mi · Grades PK–6 · 497 students
- W J Carroll Intermediate School — 8.1 mi · Grades 4–6 · 414 students
About Baldwin County School District
Baldwin County School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 36532 in Fairhope, Alabama. Serving students from Pre-K–12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 36532. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Baldwin County School District 9 out of 10 — top-tier among Alabama public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2021–22 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Alabama is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Baldwin County School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Alabama on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 36532 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 36532
Children in zip code 36532 are assigned to Baldwin County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 36532, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Baldwin County School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Alabama districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Fairhope
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Baldwin County School District serves zip code 36532, homes in and around zip code 36532 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Alabama, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Baldwin County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 36532.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Baldwin County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 36532 data.