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Black Hawk Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 893 students

 
 
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Posted March 8, 2012

Having had one son who we pulled after the sixth grade and another one we are not sending back I would not give this school a positive recommendation. There is bullying, profane language used on a daily basis by the students, lack of accountability by the teachers and administration. There is no communication between teachers and the parents. No consideration for special needs.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 16, 2011

We moved for our children to come to Black Hawk and we don't regret our decision. 99% of the teachers are amazing. They go above and beyond to involve the children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 22, 2010

I think there is a disconnect and the teachers do not work closely with the parents. Many behavioral problems within the school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 14, 2010

My son has multiple behavioral and learning special needs and this is his first year in middle school. He has had one of the best years of his school life. The teachers, administrators, nurse and special ed. professionals have been exceptional in their attempts to understand and meet his needs in a holistic manner.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 10, 2008

i go to Black Hawk and it's so cool the teachers are kind and they will give you the best time of your life........i have lots of friendly friends.....hehehe...
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 24, 2008

i go to this school and i like it alot.they have a very good cirriculum and when it cames to problems in the school the teachers are right on it. we have a lot of afterschool stuff and there is homework help and lots more. i feel that this school will really help for high school
—Submitted by a student


Posted January 3, 2008

I think this school is excellent!


Posted December 10, 2007

This school has excelent cirriculum and is polite to all people. 6Th grade 3t's Mr. Bartosh is the is the best teacher in the school
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2010.

269 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
70%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 76% in 2012.

267 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
74%

2009

 
 
82%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2010.

259 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
73%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

285 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
71%

2009

 
 
79%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2010.

298 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
67%

2009

 
 
58%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.

293 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
72%
Science

The state average for Science was 44% in 2011.

261 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
38%

2010

 
 
50%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Reading

All Students84%
Female91%
Male76%
Black73%
Asian/Pacific Islander86%
Hispanic67%
Native Americann/a
White90%
Economically disadvantaged66%
Economically non-disadvantaged90%
Students with disabilities44%
Students without disabilities88%
English language learners47%
Proficient in English87%
Non-migrant84%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Reading

All Students75%
Female75%
Male76%
Black61%
Asian/Pacific Islander79%
Hispanic41%
Native Americann/a
White81%
Economically disadvantaged50%
Economically non-disadvantaged82%
Students with disabilities36%
Students without disabilities79%
English language learners25%
Proficient in English77%
Non-migrant75%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Reading

All Students75%
Female69%
Male83%
Black53%
Asian/Pacific Islander72%
Hispanic63%
Native Americann/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged61%
Economically non-disadvantaged79%
Students with disabilities61%
Students without disabilities77%
English language learners8%
Proficient in English78%
Non-migrant75%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-II (MCA-II) to test students in reading in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and math in grade 11. The MCA-II is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 60% in 2012.

268 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
48%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2012.

284 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
57%

2011

 
 
55%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.

283 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
66%

2011

 
 
57%
Science

The state average for Science was 42% in 2012.

301 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
51%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

All Students65%
Female72%
Male57%
Black38%
Asian/Pacific Islander69%
Hispanic44%
Native Americann/a
White75%
Economically disadvantaged36%
Economically non-disadvantaged75%
Students with disabilities15%
Students without disabilities70%
English language learners25%
Proficient in English68%
Non-migrant65%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

All Students57%
Female52%
Male62%
Black25%
Asian/Pacific Islander53%
Hispanic29%
Native Americann/a
White68%
Economically disadvantaged28%
Economically non-disadvantaged65%
Students with disabilities38%
Students without disabilities59%
English language learners31%
Proficient in English58%
Non-migrant57%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

Math

All Students66%
Female59%
Male73%
Black45%
Asian/Pacific Islander75%
Hispanic50%
Native Americann/a
White70%
Economically disadvantaged49%
Economically non-disadvantaged70%
Students with disabilities40%
Students without disabilities68%
English language learners8%
Proficient in English68%
Non-migrant66%

Science

All Students51%
Female41%
Male62%
Black27%
Asian/Pacific Islander58%
Hispanic28%
Native Americann/a
White58%
Economically disadvantaged25%
Economically non-disadvantaged58%
Students with disabilities21%
Students without disabilities55%
English language learners8%
Proficient in English53%
Non-migrant51%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Minnesota used the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment-III (MCA-III) to test in math in grades 3 through 8, and in science for grades 5 and 8, and once in high school. The MCA-III is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Minnesota. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data is not reported for that group.

See Minnesota's state standards

Source: Minnesota Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 67% 74%
Black 14% 9%
Asian 10% 6%
Hispanic 7% 7%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 2%
Two or more races 1% 2%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 25%N/A37%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A16
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

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1540 Deerwood Dr
Eagan, MN 55122
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