Serving 137 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 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Beloit Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
South Beloit Jr High School's student population of 137 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
137 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 17, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Mascot
Sobo Eagles
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 0.58, 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
#2315 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
31%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
57%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sobo Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
137 students attend South Beloit Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of South Beloit Jr High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% 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 14:1, which is higher than 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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