The Baltic School District is a public school district in Minnehaha County, based in Baltic, South Dakota.
Serving 304 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 16:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- 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%)
- 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 304 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing all students to be successful in life.
School Mascot
Bulldogs
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
90%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
304 students attend Baltic Elementary - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Baltic Elementary - 02 students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baltic Elementary - 02?
Baltic Elementary - 02 has a student ration of 16:1, 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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