Serving 911 students in grades 6-8, Belvidere Central Middle School 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 13% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 911 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Belvidere Central Middle School serves the northwest part of Belvidere, IL, covering an area of approximately 46.9 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive time of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belvidere Central Middle School's student population of 911 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
911 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultivate academic success so that our students become lifelong learners, innovators, and contributors to society.
School Rankings
Belvidere Central Middle School 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 Belvidere Central Middle School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2381 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
38%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belvidere Central Middle School's ranking?
Belvidere Central Middle School is ranked #2381 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Belvidere Central Middle School often compared to?
Belvidere Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belvidere High School, Belvidere North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Belvidere Central Middle School?
911 students attend Belvidere Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Belvidere Central Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belvidere Central Middle School?
Belvidere Central Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belvidere Central Middle School offer ?
Belvidere Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Belvidere Central Middle School part of?
Belvidere Central Middle School is part of Belvidere CUSD 100 School District.
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