Baltz (Austin D.) Elementary School

1500 Spruce Avenue

Wilmington, DE 19805

School District

Red Clay Consolidated
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:12
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by principal on May 05, 2018

Baltz is dedicated to supporting all students and their needs. There is a strong system aimed to promoting positive behavior of all students. Services and support for students with special needs, social/emotional support and behavior concerns are continuously growing and academic progress/success, in general is also highly important. With the resources available, Baltz goes above and beyond to support their students.
Submitted by parent on March 11, 2016

This is my son's first year at this school and although the administrative staff and teachers are very nice and caring, my son has been bullied and really dislikes going to school there. He often gives me a hard time in the mornings stating he does not want to go and deal with the bullies. My son has a developmental delay (mild autism) which most kids don't understand. They just think he is weird and they pick on him calling him stupid and weird. Nothing has been done about this. I'm hoping to get him choiced elsewhere due to this reason. I think all schools should have assemblies surrounding the autism topic since 1 out of every 110 kids are born with it. Maybe that would give them a better understanding and decrease the bullying.
Submitted by teacher on August 18, 2014

The school has made many adjustments over the years. The staff is very hardworking and welcoming. Baltz now includes before and after care and a wonderful preschool program. The teachers and administration truly care about their school.
Submitted by parent on August 14, 2014

The teachers. Are so caring and hardworking. The new administration has been wonderful. The best of baltz.
Submitted by teacher on July 25, 2014

Here at Baltz we are about creating, fostering and sustaining relationships. We strive for student engagement every moment of everyday through best teaching practices. Our mission is: to provide rigorous education of all students, value all unique educational needs, use data driven teaching techniques, help develop higher order thinking/problem solving skills, foster a nuturing environment to guide and help all students reach their full potential. Our vision is to establish; a safe positive school climate, with diverse learning opportunities, setting data driven goals for students and teachers, leading responsible, confident and involved citizens. We put the needs of all students aforefront of all decisions!
Submitted by teacher on July 25, 2014

Baltz is a good place to work. Students are eager to come to school and see their friends and teachers. Each morning kids are greeted at the school doors by a friendly staff member and encouraged to eat breakfast. Teachers then greet students at the classroom door. Teachers know how important it is to develop relationships with students and start the day on a positive note so that the academic, social and emotional needs of students can be met.