Serving 139 students in grades 5-6, Blackhawk Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blackhawk Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in South Beloit, IL, encompassing approximately 6.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackhawk Elementary School's student population of 139 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
139 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blackhawk Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackhawk Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1734 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackhawk Elementary School's ranking?
Blackhawk Elementary School is ranked #1734 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Blackhawk Elementary School?
139 students attend Blackhawk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Blackhawk Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackhawk Elementary School?
Blackhawk Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackhawk Elementary School offer ?
Blackhawk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Blackhawk Elementary School part of?
Blackhawk Elementary School is part of County Of Winnebago SD 320 School District.
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