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#351 of 478 private schools in IN

Blackhawk Christian School

School

7400 E STATE BLVD, Fort Wayne, IN 46815

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

866

Student-Teacher

18.3:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

866

Student-Teacher

18.3:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#351 of 478

In Fort Wayne

#26 of 27

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About Blackhawk Christian School

Blackhawk Christian School is a private school in Fort Wayne, IN. Blackhawk Christian School serves approximately 866 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Blackhawk Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #351 of 478 private schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Blackhawk Christian School show 79% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

How it compares0.8 pts below IN schools

5.5

This school 5.5 · Average
IN avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Blackhawk Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Blackhawk Christian School compares to 75 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Wayne, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio

18.3:1

This School

14:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

866

This School

616

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.5

This School

6.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 82.9% vs 0%

Black 5.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 3.8% vs 0%

Asian 3.8% vs 0%

Blackhawk Christian School Fort Wayne Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Blackhawk Christian School (this school)	—	866	18.3:1	5.5
Blackhawk Middle School	0.3 mi	786	15.7:1	6.8
Fred H Croninger Elementary School	0.7 mi	597	17.1:1	9.5
J Wilbur Haley Elementary School	1.0 mi	560	15.1:1	3.5
Lane Middle School	1.7 mi	693	14.7:1	4.4
R Nelson Snider High School	2.0 mi	1,915	17.6:1	6.8
Arlington Elementary School	2.0 mi	404	13:1	6.1
Jefferson Middle School	2.0 mi	676	15.4:1	4.7
Glenwood Park Elementary School	2.0 mi	553	17.8:1	6.4
Saint Joseph Central School	2.2 mi	426	10.4:1	5.9
Brentwood Elementary School	2.5 mi	398	13.3:1	5.1
Robert C Harris Elementary School	2.5 mi	334	11.1:1	6.7
Willard Shambaugh Elementary Sch	3.6 mi	286	9.2:1	6.8
Lakeside Middle School	3.6 mi	500	13.2:1	4.4
Adams Elementary School	3.9 mi	293	12.2:1	3.9
Memorial Park Middle School	4.0 mi	611	14.9:1	6.7
Forest Park Elementary School	4.0 mi	587	13.7:1	5.9
Mabel K Holland Elementary School	4.6 mi	514	13.5:1	7.6
Northwood Middle School	4.6 mi	591	15.2:1	4.4
Northcrest Elementary School	4.7 mi	514	14.7:1	5.9
North Side High School	4.8 mi	1,460	16.8:1	5.6

Showing 20 of 75 schools. View all schools in Fort Wayne

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IN.

Classroom Attention

C+ 3.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.3:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.5 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 30%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 5.3 / 10

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Enrollment 866

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IN

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 78.6% (2025 ILEARN)

School

State

42.1% (2025 ILEARN)

ELA Proficiency 77.6% (2025 ILEARN)

School

State

40.6% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 82.9%

Black 5.4%

Two or More 4.0%

Hispanic 3.8%

Asian 3.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7400 E STATE BLVD, Fort Wayne, IN 46815

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blackhawk Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Fred H Croninger Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby New Haven), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Wayne, see our Fort Wayne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Blackhawk Middle School Fort Wayne	0.3 mi	786	6.8
Fred H Croninger Elementary School Fort Wayne	0.7 mi	597	9.5
J Wilbur Haley Elementary School Fort Wayne	1.0 mi	560	3.5
Arlington Elementary School Fort Wayne	2.0 mi	404	6.1
Jefferson Middle School Fort Wayne	2.0 mi	676	4.7
Saint Joseph Central School Fort Wayne	2.2 mi	426	5.9
Lane Middle School Fort Wayne	1.7 mi	693	4.4
ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL Fort Wayne	1.8 mi	721	6.4
R Nelson Snider High School Fort Wayne	2.0 mi	1,915	6.8
Glenwood Park Elementary School Fort Wayne	2.0 mi	553	6.4
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL New Haven	2.5 mi	190	7.1
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne	2.3 mi	349	7.1
Robert C Harris Elementary School Fort Wayne	2.5 mi	334	6.7
Brentwood Elementary School Fort Wayne	2.5 mi	398	5.1
New Haven Intermediate School New Haven	3.1 mi	581	6.1
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne	2.9 mi	100	7.3
CENTRAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Haven	3.2 mi	298	6.3
CENTRAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Haven	3.2 mi	294	5.9
New Haven Jr/Sr High School New Haven	3.3 mi	1,380	4.9
Willard Shambaugh Elementary Sch Fort Wayne	3.6 mi	286	6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46815 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,224

Median Home Value

$186,500

Median Rent

$942/mo

Population

26,811

College Educated

31.7%

Homeownership

76.9%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blackhawk Christian School

What grades does Blackhawk Christian School serve?

Blackhawk Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Blackhawk Christian School?

Blackhawk Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 866 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blackhawk Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Blackhawk Christian School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Blackhawk Christian School rank in IN?

Blackhawk Christian School ranks #351 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Blackhawk Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Blackhawk Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Blackhawk Christian School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blackhawk Christian School has 79% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is Blackhawk Christian School a private school?

Yes, Blackhawk Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Blackhawk Christian School a religious school?

Blackhawk Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 17 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 38 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 866
Gender Split: 51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 47
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Allen County
Phone: (260) 493-7470

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