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.
95
Total Students
10.6
Full-Time Teachers
9.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
28.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gettysburg Elementary - 02
Demographic Student Count
White79
Hispanic7
Black1
Two or More5
American Indian3
  • White
    79 (83.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    7 (7.4 %)
  • Two or More
    5 (5.3 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (3.2 %)
  • Black
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Gettysburg Elementary - 02
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten12
Grade 119
Grade 210
Grade 318
Grade 420
Grade 516
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Gettysburg Elementary - 02
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female4345.3%
Male5254.7%