Serving 76 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 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Black Hawk Middle's attendance zone covers the entire South Wayne, WI school district, encompassing approximately 133.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Black Hawk Middle School's student population of 76 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
76 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Providing quality education-Building solid citizens
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 0.11, 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
#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
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
94%
66%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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 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?
76 students attend Black Hawk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Black Hawk Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Hawk Middle School?
Black Hawk Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to 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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