Serving 364 students in grades 7-8, West 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 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher 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 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Jr High School serves the northern part of Belleville, IL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 8.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2 miles to the school's boundaries, and the furthest edge reaching about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Jr High School's student population of 364 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
364 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West 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 West 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
#1903 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
63%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Jr High School's ranking?
West Jr High School is ranked #1903 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are West Jr High School often compared to?
West Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Libory Elementary School, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend West Jr High School?
364 students attend West Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of West Jr High School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Jr High School?
West Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Jr High School offer ?
West Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is West Jr High School part of?
West Jr High School is part of Belleville SD 118 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Best school, really enjoy having quarter classes, especially Computers with Mr. Hesse.
1 10/10/2025
This school is so bad they are always getting people in trouble for no reason please help this school get better.
4 10/10/2025
school is great they only need work on the dress code because what will holes in pants do so bad for the school, also needs help on the supervisors you get Nunes for nothing but a good school.
5 10/10/2025
This is an excellent school for me. You don't get in trouble for no reason. They are only attempting to keep our school safe while also providing a variety of services. They're also excellent supervisors. We also have excellent role models, such as Mr. Cotto and Mrs. Reinhold. Mrs. Parkerwilliams and Mrs. Stevens, as well as Mr. Kinder and Mrs. Fisher, are just a few of the role models.
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