BLACKHAWK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Blackhawk Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Freeport SD 145 school district, located in Freeport, IL with about 352 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Blackhawk Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Blackhawk Elementary School, located at 1401 S. Blackhawk Ave in Freeport, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Freeport School District 145. As a public elementary school, it is dedicated to providing a supportive learning environment for young students, focusing on core academic development, social-emotional growth, and the cultivation of essential foundational skills necessary for future academic success.

The school operates as a central part of the Freeport community, emphasizing a collaborative partnership between educators, students, and families. Through its curriculum and programming, Blackhawk Elementary strives to foster a positive school climate that encourages student engagement, inclusivity, and academic excellence, aiming to prepare its student body to meet the challenges of their upcoming middle school years and beyond.

For more information, contact Blackhawk Elem School at (815) 232-0490 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.