For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 7,074 students in 61008, IL (there are 2 private schools, serving 275 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 61008, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 61008, IL are Seth Whitman Elementary School, Everest High School and Belvidere North High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 61008 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 61008, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61008, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Seth Whitman Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8989 Beloit Rd
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-3357
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-3357
Gr: K-5 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Everest High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1320 East Ave
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-8080
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-8080
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
Belvidere North High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9393 Beloit Rd
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-2636
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-2636
Gr: 9-12 | 1,354 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Belvidere Central Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8787 Beloit Rd
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-0190
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-0190
Gr: 6-8 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1011 Bonus Ave
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-2671
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-2671
Gr: PK-5 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #66.
Perry Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
633 W Perry St
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-9274
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-9274
Gr: PK-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #77.
Meehan Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1401 E 6th St
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-3546
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-3546
Gr: PK-5 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #88.
Belvidere South Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
919 E 6th St
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-4175
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-4175
Gr: 6-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #99.
Belvidere High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 East Ave
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-6345
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-6345
Gr: 9-12 | 1,167 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #1010.
Washington Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1031 5th Ave
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-3124
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-3124
Gr: PK-5 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 61008, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 61008, IL include Seth Whitman Elementary School, Everest High School and Belvidere North High School.
How many public schools are located in 61008?
10 public schools are located in 61008.
What percentage of students in 61008 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 61008 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 61008?
61008 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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