Needs Improvement
#569 of 574 schools in SD
Black Hawk Elementary - 03
Elementary School · Rapid City Area School District 51-4
7108 Seeaire St, Blackhawk, SD 57718
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Dakota schools
#569 of 574
In district
#24 of 24
Rapid City Area School District 51-4
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Black Hawk Elementary - 03
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About Black Hawk Elementary - 03
Black Hawk Elementary - 03 is a public elementary school in Blackhawk, SD, part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4. Black Hawk Elementary - 03 serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Black Hawk Elementary - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #569 of 574 schools in SD.
Structured state assessment records for Black Hawk Elementary - 03 show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- SD avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Black Hawk Elementary - 03 — Students at Black Hawk Elementary - 03 score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from SD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.4/10.
How Black Hawk Elementary - 03 Compares
See how Black Hawk Elementary - 03 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7108 Seeaire St, Blackhawk, SD 57718
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Black Hawk Elementary - 03 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pinedale Elementary - 11 (rated 7.6/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Rapid City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Corral Drive Elementary - 21 (rated 6.9/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Rapid City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Meadowbrook Elementary - 10 (rated 6.6/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Rapid City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Blackhawk, see our Blackhawk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57718 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,858
Median Home Value
$271,400
Median Rent
$1,167/mo
Population
7,329
College Educated
28.7%
Homeownership
88.3%
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
41.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Robbinsdale Elementary - 14 Rapid City, SD | 2.9 |
| South Park Elementary - 16 Rapid City, SD | 2.9 |
| Knollwood Heights Elementary - 08 Rapid City, SD | 3.0 |
| Terry Redlin Elementary - 11 Sioux Falls, SD | 3.0 |
| Horace Mann Elementary - 07 Rapid City, SD | 3.1 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary - 17 Rapid City, SD | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Black Hawk Elementary - 03
What grades does Black Hawk Elementary - 03 serve?
Black Hawk Elementary - 03 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Black Hawk Elementary - 03?
Black Hawk Elementary - 03 has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Black Hawk Elementary - 03?
The student-teacher ratio at Black Hawk Elementary - 03 is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Black Hawk Elementary - 03 rank in SD?
Black Hawk Elementary - 03 ranks #569 of 574 schools in SD.
What is Black Hawk Elementary - 03's MySchoolScout rating?
Black Hawk Elementary - 03 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Elementary - 03?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Black Hawk Elementary - 03 has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Black Hawk Elementary - 03 a charter school?
No, Black Hawk Elementary - 03 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Black Hawk Elementary - 03 a Title I school?
No, Black Hawk Elementary - 03 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Black Hawk Elementary - 03?
25.0% of students at Black Hawk Elementary - 03 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 340
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Meade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.5%
- Phone
- (605) 787-6701
Resources & Links
District
Rapid City Area School District 51-4- District Enrollment
- 12,432
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,380
- District Rank
- #24 of 24
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