Serving 708 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Blackhawk Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackhawk Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blackhawk Intermediate School's student population of 708 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
708 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Blackhawk Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackhawk Intermediate School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#642 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
91%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackhawk Intermediate School's ranking?
Blackhawk Intermediate School is ranked #642 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Blackhawk Intermediate School?
708 students attend Blackhawk Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Blackhawk Intermediate School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackhawk Intermediate School?
Blackhawk Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blackhawk Intermediate School offer ?
Blackhawk Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blackhawk Intermediate School part of?
Blackhawk Intermediate School is part of Blackhawk School District.
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