Balaton Public School serves 59 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
59 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
100%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Balaton Public School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Balaton Public School?
59 students attend Balaton Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Balaton Public School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Balaton Public School?
Balaton Public School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Balaton Public School offer ?
Balaton Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Balaton Public School part of?
Balaton Public School is part of Balaton Public School District.
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