Serving 169 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Black Hawk Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black Hawk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Black Hawk Elementary School's student population of 169 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Black Hawk Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Hawk Elementary School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#390 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
94%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Hawk Elementary School's ranking?
Black Hawk Elementary School is ranked #390 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Black Hawk Elementary School?
169 students attend Black Hawk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Black Hawk Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Hawk Elementary School?
Black Hawk Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Black Hawk Elementary School offer ?
Black Hawk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Black Hawk Elementary School part of?
Black Hawk Elementary School is part of Black Hawk School District.
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