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Blackhawk Middle School

7200 E State Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN, 46815

Blackhawk Middle School

7200 E State Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN, 46815

About Blackhawk Middle School

Blackhawk Middle School is located at 7500 East State Boulevard in the Blackhawk area of Fort Wayne, Indiana. The school serves students in grades 6 to 8. Enrollment is approximately 786 students across the middle school levels. The student–teacher ratio is about 16:1, supporting consistent classroom supervision. Around 38% of students meet math proficiency, and about 36% meet reading proficiency. The student body is 54% male and 46% female. The atmosphere at the school is inviting, routines are clearly established, classrooms are well-organized, and students receive consistent support from teachers, which enhances their daily engagement. Most of the residences near the school fall within the range of $190,000 to $320,000, reflecting mature residential neighborhoods characterized by stable housing patterns. Teachers are said to be easily accessible by parents, and they are also in constant communication with them regarding the academic expectations and the progress of the students. Blackhawk Middle School stands as one of the top middle schools in Indiana due to its strong academic results and consistent classroom activities.

Contact Information

Address

7200 E State Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN, 46815

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Phone

(260) 467-4885

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 38%
Reading 36%
State average proficiency is 38% in Math and 36% in Reading.
50
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
786
Total Students
$45007
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 77 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Blackhawk Middle School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:20 AM - 2:25 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:05 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 47.84%
Asian 6.11%
Hispanic 13.36%
Black 22.14%
Two+ Races 10.31%
Native Am. 0.25%
White
47.84%
Asian
6.11%
Hispanic
13.36%
Black
22.14%
Two+ Races
10.31%
Native Am.
0.25%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 786
46.18%
363 Female
53.82%
423 Male

Student Population

786 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

393 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Blackhawk Middle School is a primary focus of the Fort Wayne Community Schools $130 million repair referendum as of December 2025. The project includes renovations to modernize the school’s 117,000-square-foot facility. The work is largely expected to be completed by the end of 2025 or continue into 2026.

FAQ

Q1. How does Blackhawk Middle School help students behave?

Ans. The district's rules about responsibility, respect, and clear consequences help students make beneficial choices at Blackhawk Middle School.

Q2. What safety measures are in place during the school day?

Ans. Fort Wayne Community Schools sets the rules for safety practices, which include supervised hallways, controlled building access, and regular procedures.

Q3. How does the school keep families in touch with each other?

Ans. District platforms, school announcements, and direct teacher outreach all help families talk to each other.

Q4. What kinds of wellness help are there for students?

Ans. Wellness support means that students can talk to school counselors and use other services offered by the district.

Q5. What does the school do to reward positive behavior in students?

Ans. There are classroom acknowledgments and schoolwide encouragement for good behavior that help people feel recognized.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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