Gettysburg Elementary - 02
95 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Gettysburg Elementary School, located at 100 E King Ave in Gettysburg, South Dakota, serves as a central educational institution for the local community. As part of the Gettysburg School District, the elementary school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and student engagement. The school’s mission generally reflects the district's dedication to providing a well-rounded education that prepares students for success in middle school and beyond, utilizing a curriculum tailored to meet state standards while catering to the needs of a smaller, rural student body.
The school benefits from its place within the tight-knit Gettysburg community, where strong ties between staff, parents, and students are often a hallmark of the educational experience. Through their official website, the school maintains transparent communication regarding academic calendars, district policies, and extracurricular opportunities. By focusing on individualized attention and a nurturing atmosphere, Gettysburg Elementary strives to ensure that every student has the tools and encouragement necessary to achieve their full potential in both their academic and personal lives.
The school benefits from its place within the tight-knit Gettysburg community, where strong ties between staff, parents, and students are often a hallmark of the educational experience. Through their official website, the school maintains transparent communication regarding academic calendars, district policies, and extracurricular opportunities. By focusing on individualized attention and a nurturing atmosphere, Gettysburg Elementary strives to ensure that every student has the tools and encouragement necessary to achieve their full potential in both their academic and personal lives.
95
Total Students
10.6
Full-Time Teachers
9.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
28.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 79 |
| Hispanic | 7 |
| Black | 1 |
| Two or More | 5 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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White79 (83.2 %)
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Hispanic7 (7.4 %)
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Two or More5 (5.3 %)
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American Indian3 (3.2 %)
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Black1 (1.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Gettysburg School District 53-1 |
| Phone: | (605)765-2438 |
| Website: | http://www.gettysburg.k12.sd.us |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 95 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 10.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 14 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 13 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
12
Grade 1
19
Grade 2
10
Grade 3
18
Grade 4
20
Grade 5
16
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 12 |
| Grade 1 | 19 |
| Grade 2 | 10 |
| Grade 3 | 18 |
| Grade 4 | 20 |
| Grade 5 | 16 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 43 | 45.3% |
| Male | 52 | 54.7% |