Serving 739 students in grades 6-8, Black Hawk Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri 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% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Black Hawk Middle School's student population of 739 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Black Hawk Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Hawk Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1402 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
2%
15%
White
85%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Hawk Middle School's ranking?
Black Hawk Middle School is ranked #1402 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Black Hawk Middle School?
739 students attend Black Hawk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Black Hawk Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Black Hawk Middle School?
Black Hawk Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Black Hawk Middle School offer ?
Black Hawk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Black Hawk Middle School part of?
Black Hawk Middle School is part of Warren County R-III School District.
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