Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Black Hawk Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Black Hawk Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of South Wayne, WI, covering an area of approximately 133.6 square miles. Families typically drive 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest point located 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black Hawk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Black Hawk Elementary School's student population of 163 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
163 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Black Hawk Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Hawk Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#390 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
96%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Hawk Elementary School's ranking?
Black Hawk Elementary School is ranked #390 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Black Hawk Elementary School?
163 students attend Black Hawk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Black Hawk Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Hawk Elementary School?
Black Hawk Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Black Hawk Elementary School offer ?
Black Hawk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Black Hawk Elementary School part of?
Black Hawk Elementary School is part of Black Hawk School District.
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