Serving 759 students in grades 9-12, Blackhawk High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 759 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackhawk High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Blackhawk High School's student population of 759 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
759 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blackhawk High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackhawk High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#622 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackhawk High School's ranking?
Blackhawk High School is ranked #622 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Blackhawk High School often compared to?
Blackhawk High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaver Area Sr. High School, Central Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blackhawk High School?
The graduation rate of Blackhawk High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Blackhawk High School?
759 students attend Blackhawk High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Blackhawk High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackhawk High School?
Blackhawk High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackhawk High School offer ?
Blackhawk High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Blackhawk High School part of?
Blackhawk High School is part of Blackhawk SD School District.
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