Serving 665 students in grades 6-8, Blackhawk Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackhawk Middle School's student population of 665 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blackhawk Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackhawk Middle School is 0.44, 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
#1800 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
72%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
20%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackhawk Middle School's ranking?
Blackhawk Middle School is ranked #1800 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Blackhawk Middle School often compared to?
Blackhawk Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryan Middle School, Fenton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Blackhawk Middle School?
665 students attend Blackhawk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Blackhawk Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackhawk Middle School?
Blackhawk Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackhawk Middle School offer ?
Blackhawk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Blackhawk Middle School part of?
Blackhawk Middle School is part of Bensenville SD 2 School District.
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