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Black Hawk Middle

Middle School · ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN

1540 DEERWOOD DR, Eagan, MN 55122

Enrollment

900

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#807 of 1,992

In Eagan

#7 of 16

public schools

In district

#14 of 36

ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN

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Black Hawk Middle

6.6/10

Middle School in Eagan · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Deerwood Elementary

6.8/10

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About Black Hawk Middle

Black Hawk Middle is a public middle school in Eagan, MN, part of ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN. Black Hawk Middle serves approximately 900 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Black Hawk Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #807 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Black Hawk Middle show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • MN avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment6.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,334
Chronic Absenteeism18%

Black Hawk Middle — Students at Black Hawk Middle score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
66%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
52%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.

How Black Hawk Middle Compares

See how Black Hawk Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
60th percentile in MN
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1540 DEERWOOD DR, Eagan, MN 55122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Black Hawk Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DAKOTA HILLS MIDDLE (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FALCON RIDGE MIDDLE (rated 5.4/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Apple Valley), a more accessible option. For more schools in Eagan, see our Eagan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY Eagan 0.1 mi 6.8
BECKS MONTESSORI ACCELERATED LEARNING CENTER Eagan 0.5 mi
THOMAS LAKE ELEMENTARY Eagan 0.7 mi 6.4
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF EAGAN Eagan 0.7 mi
OAK RIDGE LEADERSHIPENVIRON/HEALTH Eagan 0.9 mi 4.5
GLACIER HILLS SCHOOL - ARTS/SCIENCE Eagan 1.2 mi 8.5
NORTHVIEW ELEMENTARY Eagan 1.8 mi 5.9
RAHN ELEMENTARY Eagan 1.9 mi 4.9
PILOT KNOB STEM MAGNET SCHOOL Eagan 2.6 mi 4.6
DAKOTA HILLS MIDDLE Eagan 1.9 mi 7.1
SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES Apple Valley 2.7 mi 6.1
WOODLAND ELEMENTARY Eagan 2.1 mi 8.5
EAGAN SENIOR HIGH Eagan 2.0 mi 7.1
Burnsville Sr High Extended Day Pro Eagan 2.1 mi
BURNSVILLE ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Eagan 2.1 mi 6.4
ROSEMOUNT AREA LEARNING CENTER Eagan 2.2 mi 5.1
196Online High School Rosemount 2.2 mi 4.6
FALCON RIDGE MIDDLE Apple Valley 3.3 mi 5.4
HERITAGE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Apple Valley 3.7 mi
UNITY HIGH SCHOOL Burnsville 3.0 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,980

Median Home Value

$342,700

Median Rent

$1,594/mo

Population

31,483

College Educated

47.7%

Homeownership

69.2%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

9%

Median Age

39.3

Similar Schools

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School Rating
BEMIDJI MIDDLE Bemidji, MN 6.6
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MONTICELLO MIDDLE Monticello, MN 6.6
St. Michael-Albertville Middle West Albertville, MN 6.6
BUFFALO COMMUNITY MIDDLE Buffalo, MN 6.5
NEW PRAGUE MIDDLE SCHOOL New Prague, MN 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Black Hawk Middle

What grades does Black Hawk Middle serve?

Black Hawk Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Black Hawk Middle?

Black Hawk Middle has an enrollment of approximately 900 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Black Hawk Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Black Hawk Middle is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Black Hawk Middle rank in MN?

Black Hawk Middle ranks #807 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Black Hawk Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Black Hawk Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Black Hawk Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Black Hawk Middle has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Black Hawk Middle a charter school?

No, Black Hawk Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Black Hawk Middle a Title I school?

No, Black Hawk Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Black Hawk Middle?

39.7% of students at Black Hawk Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
900
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Dakota County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.0%

District

ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN
District Enrollment
29,115
Schools in District
40
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,334
District Rank
#14 of 36

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