Serving 151 students in grades 9-12, Baltic High School - 01 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Baltic High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Baltic, SD, covering approximately 54.3 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 4.2 miles and the furthest edge reaching 7.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baltic High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Baltic High School - 01's student population of 151 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
151 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing all students to be successful in life.
School Rankings
Baltic High School - 01 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 High School - 01 is 0.22, 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
#179 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
3%
White
88%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baltic High School - 01's ranking?
Baltic High School - 01 is ranked #179 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baltic High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Baltic High School - 01 is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Baltic High School - 01?
151 students attend Baltic High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Baltic High School - 01 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baltic High School - 01?
Baltic High School - 01 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Baltic High School - 01 offer ?
Baltic High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baltic High School - 01 part of?
Baltic High School - 01 is part of Baltic School District 49-1.
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