The Baltic School District is a public school district in Minnehaha County, based in Baltic, South Dakota.
Serving 110 students in grades 6-8, Baltic Middle School - 03 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Baltic Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Baltic, SD, covering approximately 54.3 square miles. Families typically drive about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary being 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baltic Middle School - 03 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Baltic Middle School - 03's student population of 110 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
110 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing all students to be successful in life.
School Rankings
Baltic Middle School - 03 ranks within the top 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baltic Middle School - 03 is 0.17, 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
#243 out of 619 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
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 37-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
14%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Middle School - 03's ranking?
Baltic Middle School - 03 is ranked #243 out of 619 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Baltic Middle School - 03?
110 students attend Baltic Middle School - 03.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Baltic Middle School - 03 students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baltic Middle School - 03?
Baltic Middle School - 03 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Baltic Middle School - 03 offer ?
Baltic Middle School - 03 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baltic Middle School - 03 part of?
Baltic Middle School - 03 is part of Baltic School District 49-1.
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