BLACKHAWK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Blackhawk Elementary School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the County of Winnebago SD 320 school district, located in South Beloit, IL with about 131 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 6th 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 11 teachers, Blackhawk Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 840 Blackhawk Blvd in South Beloit, Illinois, serves as a primary educational institution for the local community. As part of the South Beloit Community Unit School District 320, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional development of its students during their foundational years. The school generally focuses on providing a structured curriculum that emphasizes core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science, while also promoting character development and active student engagement.

Beyond its academic offerings, Blackhawk Elementary is integrated into the smaller, close-knit South Beloit community, often acting as a hub for local families. The school typically hosts various programs and events throughout the academic year designed to encourage parental involvement and strengthen the partnership between educators and the home. By prioritizing inclusive teaching practices and a supportive campus culture, the school strives to prepare its young learners for success as they transition into the upper elementary and middle school grades within the district.

For more information, contact Blackhawk Elementary School at (815) 389-4001 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.