Serving 112 students in grades 9-12, Black Hawk High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black Hawk High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Black Hawk High School's student population of 112 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
112 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Mascot
Warriors
School Rankings
Black Hawk High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Hawk High School is 0.06, 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
#1404 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
97%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Hawk High School's ranking?
Black Hawk High School is ranked #1404 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Black Hawk High School often compared to?
Black Hawk High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Darlington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Black Hawk High School?
The graduation rate of Black Hawk High School is 80%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Black Hawk High School?
112 students attend Black Hawk High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Black Hawk High School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Black Hawk High School?
Black Hawk High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Black Hawk High School offer ?
Black Hawk High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Black Hawk High School part of?
Black Hawk High School is part of Black Hawk School District.
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