Blackhawk Middle School vs Michael Grimmer Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 205 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blackhawk Middle School
Fort Wayne · Public middle · Grades 6–8
814 students
Michael Grimmer Middle School
Schererville · Public middle · Grades 5–8
814 students
| Measure | Blackhawk Middle School Fort Wayne, Indiana | Michael Grimmer Middle School Schererville, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #174 of 335 | #102 of 335 |
| National rank | #7273 of 15,369 | #5502 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 814 | 814 |
| Enrollment | 814 | 814 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.3% | 30.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 46% |
| city | Fort Wayne | Schererville |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Michael Grimmer Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.9 vs 51.6).
- •Blackhawk Middle School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 46%).
- •Michael Grimmer Middle School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Michael Grimmer Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.7% vs 49.3%).
- •Blackhawk Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 18.5).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Blackhawk Middle School better than Michael Grimmer Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Michael Grimmer Middle School ranks higher (59.9 vs 51.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Blackhawk Middle School and Michael Grimmer Middle School?
About 205 km in a straight line, between Fort Wayne and Schererville in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blackhawk Middle School: 814. Michael Grimmer Middle School: 814. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blackhawk Middle School and Michael Grimmer Middle School rank in Indiana?
Blackhawk Middle School is 174th of 335 and Michael Grimmer Middle School is 102nd of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).