The Baltic School District is a public school district in Minnehaha County, based in Baltic, South Dakota.
Serving 307 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Baltic Elementary - 02 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Baltic Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district of Baltic, SD, encompassing approximately 54.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baltic Elementary - 02 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Baltic Elementary - 02's student population of 307 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
307 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing all students to be successful in life.
School Rankings
Baltic Elementary - 02 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baltic Elementary - 02 is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#138 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
3%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baltic Elementary - 02's ranking?
Baltic Elementary - 02 is ranked #138 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Baltic Elementary - 02?
307 students attend Baltic Elementary - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Baltic Elementary - 02 students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baltic Elementary - 02?
Baltic Elementary - 02 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Baltic Elementary - 02 offer ?
Baltic Elementary - 02 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baltic Elementary - 02 part of?
Baltic Elementary - 02 is part of Baltic School District 49-1.
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