Serving 161 students in grades 9-12, Baltic High School - 01 ranks in the top 50% 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 20-29% (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 15:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- 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 161 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Baltic High School - 01 ranks within the top 50% of all 636 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baltic High School - 01 is 0.21, 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
#271 out of 636 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
3%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baltic High School - 01's ranking?
Baltic High School - 01 is ranked #271 out of 636 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% 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 82%.
How many students attend Baltic High School - 01?
161 students attend Baltic High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Baltic High School - 01 students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baltic High School - 01?
Baltic High School - 01 has a student ration of 15:1, 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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