For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,665 students in 61008, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61008, IL are Belvidere Central Middle School and Belvidere South Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 61008 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 61008, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61008, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belvidere Central Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8787 Beloit Rd
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-0190
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-0190
Gr: 6-8 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Belvidere South Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
919 E 6th St
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-4175
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-4175
Gr: 6-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 61008, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 61008, IL include Belvidere Central Middle School and Belvidere South Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 61008?
2 public middle schools are located in 61008.
What is the racial composition of students in 61008?
61008 public middle schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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