Serving 337 students in grades 6-8, Black River Falls Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black River Falls Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Black River Falls Middle School's student population of 337 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Black River Falls Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black River Falls Middle School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1611 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
22%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
70%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black River Falls Middle School's ranking?
Black River Falls Middle School is ranked #1611 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Black River Falls Middle School?
337 students attend Black River Falls Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Black River Falls Middle School students are White, 22% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Black River Falls Middle School?
Black River Falls Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Black River Falls Middle School offer ?
Black River Falls Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Black River Falls Middle School part of?
Black River Falls Middle School is part of Black River Falls School District.
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