Serving 167 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Blackhawk Primary Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blackhawk Intermediate Center serves a central area in Park Forest, IL, covering approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackhawk Primary Center's student population of 167 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
167 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Blackhawk Primary Center 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 Primary Center is 0.39, 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
#1693 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
77%
16%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackhawk Primary Center's ranking?
Blackhawk Primary Center is ranked #1693 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Blackhawk Primary Center?
167 students attend Blackhawk Primary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Blackhawk Primary Center students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackhawk Primary Center?
Blackhawk Primary Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackhawk Primary Center offer ?
Blackhawk Primary Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Blackhawk Primary Center part of?
Blackhawk Primary Center is part of Park Forest SD 163 School District.
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