Serving 327 students in grades 6-8, Black River Falls 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 23% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 32% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Black River Falls Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Black River Falls school district, encompassing approximately 457.8 square miles. Most students typically live 20 to 30 minutes away, with an average distance of 11.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 22.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Black River Falls Middle School's student population of 327 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
327 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Black River Falls 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 River Falls Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1611 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
23%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black River Falls Middle School's ranking?
Black River Falls Middle School is ranked #1611 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Black River Falls Middle School?
327 students attend Black River Falls Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Black River Falls Middle School students are White, 23% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black River Falls Middle School?
Black River Falls Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Black River Falls Middle School offer ?
Black River Falls Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Black River Falls Middle School part of?
Black River Falls Middle School is part of Black River Falls School District.
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