Belvidere High School is located in at 1500 East Avenue, Belvidere, Illinois in Boone County.
Serving 1,161 students in grades 9-12, Belvidere High 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 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belvidere High School's student population of 1,161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 3, 2026
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Belvidere High 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 High School is 0.56, 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
#2949 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
55%
28%
Black
3%
17%
White
38%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belvidere High School's ranking?
Belvidere High School is ranked #2949 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Belvidere High School often compared to?
Belvidere High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belvidere North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belvidere High School?
The graduation rate of Belvidere High School is 78%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Belvidere High School?
1,161 students attend Belvidere High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Belvidere High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belvidere High School?
Belvidere High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belvidere High School offer ?
Belvidere High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Belvidere High School part of?
Belvidere High School is part of Belvidere Community Unit School District 100.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
A good school with good teachers that really do care about education. Students are not as nice. Overall they try but bad apples can ruin the bunch.
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