Black Hawk Middle School

1540 Deerwood Dr
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 889 students in grades 6-8, Black Hawk Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 889 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : Top 50% in MN
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Black Hawk Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Black Hawk Middle School's student population of 889 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
889 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1994
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar

School Rankings

Black Hawk Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Hawk Middle School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#798 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
45%
46%
52%
51%
49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
19%
12%
White
48%
60%
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.70
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Black Hawk Middle School's ranking?
Black Hawk Middle School is ranked #798 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Black Hawk Middle School often compared to?
Black Hawk Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dakota Hills Middle School, Lyon Magnet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Black Hawk Middle School?
889 students attend Black Hawk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Black Hawk Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Hawk Middle School?
Black Hawk Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Black Hawk Middle School offer ?
Black Hawk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Black Hawk Middle School part of?
Black Hawk Middle School is part of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 889 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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