Serving 72 students in grades 6-8, Black Hawk Middle 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black Hawk Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Black Hawk Middle School's student population of 72 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Black Hawk Middle 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 Middle School is 0.08, 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
#1462 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
96%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Hawk Middle School's ranking?
Black Hawk Middle School is ranked #1462 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Black Hawk Middle School?
72 students attend Black Hawk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Black Hawk Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Black Hawk Middle School?
Black Hawk Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Black Hawk Middle School offer ?
Black Hawk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Black Hawk Middle School part of?
Black Hawk Middle School is part of Black Hawk School District.
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