At a glance
Reported students
500
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
31.79
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Wisconsin high enrollment
68th percentile
Compared with 558 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
381.5
Black River Falls High: 500 reported students.
State peer staffing position
77th percentile
15.7:1 reported; state peer median 13.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 473
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37.86
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.5:1
What the reported data says about Black River Falls High
Black River Falls High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Black River Falls. It is one of 4 current school records connected to Black River Falls School District. NCES reports 500 students for 2024–25.
Among 558 high schools in Wisconsin with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 274 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 68th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.7:1, above the Wisconsin median of 13.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (70.2%) and American Indian or Alaska Native (18.8%). Students served under IDEA represent 16.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 17 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Black River Falls High
- 1How do the reported 15.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 31.79 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- Students with disabilities
- 16.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 49.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.25
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.25
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White70.2%
- Hispanic3.8%
- Black1.2%
- Asian0.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native18.8%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial5.8%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
17 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Black River Falls School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Red Creek Elementary
Elementary · Grades 02–05
436 reported students
Black River Falls Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
327 reported students
Forrest Street Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–01
289 reported students
Public schools near Black River Falls High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black River Falls Middle Middle · Black River Falls School District | 06–08 | 327 | 0.1 mi |
| Forrest Street Elementary School Elementary · Black River Falls School District | PK–01 | 289 | 1 mi |
| Red Creek Elementary Elementary · Black River Falls School District | 02–05 | 436 | 1.1 mi |
| DOC: Jackson Correctional Institution High · Wisconsin Department of Corrections | 12–12 | 0 | 3.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Black River Falls High
What grades does Black River Falls High serve?
Black River Falls High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Black River Falls School District.
How many students attend Black River Falls High?
Black River Falls High reported 500 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 68th percentile among 558 Wisconsin high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 473 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Black River Falls High?
The calculated ratio is 15.7:1, based on 500 students and 31.79 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Wisconsin median for the same school level is 13.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Black River Falls High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Black River Falls High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Black River Falls School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Black River Falls High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
49.8% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Black River Falls High in?
Black River Falls High is part of Black River Falls School District, based in Black River Falls, WI, which operates 4 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Black River Falls High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Black River Falls Middle (0.1 mi), Forrest Street Elementary School (1 mi), Red Creek Elementary (1.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.