Serving 300 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 12% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Black Hawk Middle serves the northern part of Madison, WI, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Black Hawk Middle School's student population of 300 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
300 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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 0.78, which is more 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
#1783 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
31%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
22%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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 #1783 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Black Hawk Middle School often compared to?
Black Hawk Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton Middle School, Badger Rock Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Black Hawk Middle School?
300 students attend Black Hawk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Black Hawk Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Hawk Middle School?
Black Hawk Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, 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 Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is Black Hawk Middle School located?
Black Hawk Middle School is located in the Sherman Village neighborhood of Madison, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Sherman Village.
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