Belleville Township High School West is a public comprehensive high school in Belleville, Illinois that is part of Belleville Township High School District 201.
Serving 2,118 students in grades 9-12, Belleville High School-west ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belleville High School-west ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Belleville High School-west's student population of 2,118 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 134 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,118 students
Total Classroom Teachers
134 teachers
Year Founded
1916
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Belleville High School-west ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belleville High School-west is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2016 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
45%
16%
White
43%
45%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belleville High School-west's ranking?
Belleville High School-west is ranked #2016 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Belleville High School-west often compared to?
Belleville High School-westis often viewed alongside schools like Belleville High School-east by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belleville High School-west?
The graduation rate of Belleville High School-west is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Belleville High School-west?
2,118 students attend Belleville High School-west.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Belleville High School-west students are Black, 43% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belleville High School-west?
Belleville High School-west has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belleville High School-west offer ?
Belleville High School-west offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Belleville High School-west part of?
Belleville High School-west is part of Belleville TWP HSD 201 School District.
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