Serving 696 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 31% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Black Hawk Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Warrenton, MO school district, encompassing approximately 245.1 square miles. Most students live within a 15-20 minute drive, with an average distance of 8.6 miles to the school's edge and the furthest boundary located 15 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Black Hawk Middle School's student population of 696 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Relationships, Inspiring Success
School Rankings
Black Hawk Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Hawk Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1494 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
4%
15%
White
82%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
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 #1494 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Black Hawk Middle School often compared to?
Black Hawk Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wright City Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Black Hawk Middle School?
696 students attend Black Hawk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Black Hawk Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Hawk Middle School?
Black Hawk Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Black Hawk Middle School offer ?
Black Hawk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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