Serving 118 students in grades 7-8, South Beloit Jr 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Beloit Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 6.4 square miles in South Beloit, IL. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Beloit Jr High School's student population of 118 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
118 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Rankings
South Beloit Jr 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 South Beloit Jr High School is 0.54, 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
#2315 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
35%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
58%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
Showing 2004–2015. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Beloit Jr High School's ranking?
South Beloit Jr High School is ranked #2315 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend South Beloit Jr High School?
118 students attend South Beloit Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of South Beloit Jr High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Beloit Jr High School?
South Beloit Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Beloit Jr High School offer ?
South Beloit Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is South Beloit Jr High School part of?
South Beloit Jr High School is part of County Of Winnebago SD 320 School District.
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