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Black Hawk Middle

Middle School · WARREN CO. R-III

300 KUHL AVE, Warrenton, MO 63383

Enrollment

673

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,144 of 2,221

In Warrenton

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

WARREN CO. R-III

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Black Hawk Middle

6.4/10

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

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About Black Hawk Middle

Black Hawk Middle is a public middle school in Warrenton, MO, part of WARREN CO. R-III. Black Hawk Middle serves approximately 673 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

Black Hawk Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,144 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Black Hawk Middle show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with MO schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • MO avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.8% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.1 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,362
Chronic Absenteeism24.8%

Black Hawk Middle — Students at Black Hawk Middle score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 43.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
29%
ELA
36%
2024
Math
50.2%
ELA
35.2%
2025
Math
53%
ELA
33.8%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Black Hawk Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
49th percentile in MO
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.8%

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

300 KUHL AVE, Warrenton, MO 63383

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Black Hawk Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NEW HAVEN ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby New Haven), which scores notably higher. Another option is LINCOLN ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Troy), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JONESBURG ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Jonesburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Warrenton, see our Warrenton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.8 mi
School Distance Rating
DANIEL BOONE ELEM. Warrenton 0.1 mi 6.1
HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Warrenton 0.2 mi 5.3
REBECCA BOONE ELEM. Warrenton 0.3 mi 7.3
WARRENTON HIGH Warrenton 0.8 mi 5.0
WARRIOR RIDGE ELEM. Warrenton 1.0 mi 4.9
Hopewell Acad Early Chld Cntr Warrenton 1.0 mi 4.5
WRIGHT START PRESCHOOL Wright City 5.3 mi 5.0
WRIGHT CITY MIDDLE Wright City 5.4 mi 4.6
WRIGHT CITY WEST ELEM. Wright City 5.5 mi 5.6
WRIGHT CITY HIGH Wright City 6.0 mi 3.3
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF WRIGHT CITY Wright City 6.2 mi 6.4
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wright City 6.4 mi 7.0
ST IGNATIUS LOYOLA SCHOOL Marthasville 11.0 mi 6.2
HAWK POINT ELEM. Hawk Point 11.2 mi 5.0
JONESBURG ELEM. Jonesburg 9.0 mi 8.4
WRIGHT CITY EAST ELEM Foristell 9.5 mi 6.6
Marthasville Elementary Marthasville 13.5 mi 5.2
BOONE ELEM. Troy 13.4 mi 6.9
LINCOLN ELEM. Troy 13.4 mi 8.8
NEW HAVEN ELEM. New Haven 14.8 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63383 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,833

Median Home Value

$227,600

Median Rent

$1,021/mo

Population

16,120

College Educated

16.6%

Homeownership

76.8%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Median Age

40.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CENTER MIDDLE Kansas City, MO 6.4
NIPHER MIDDLE Kirkwood, MO 6.4
SPRING GARDEN MIDDLE St. Joseph, MO 6.4
WESTPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Springfield, MO 6.4
DR. BERNARD J. DUBRAY MIDDLE St. Peters, MO 6.5
FOX MIDDLE Arnold, MO 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 673 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Black Hawk Middle is 13.2:1. 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 MO?

Black Hawk Middle ranks #1,144 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Black Hawk Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Black Hawk Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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?

46.5% 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
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Warren County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.8%

District

WARREN CO. R-III
District Enrollment
2,997
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,362
District Rank
#2 of 6

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