Serving 910 students in grades 6-8, Belvidere Central Middle 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 910 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belvidere Central Middle School's student population of 910 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
910 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Belvidere Central Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belvidere Central Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2726 out of 3663 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
33%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
60%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belvidere Central Middle School's ranking?
Belvidere Central Middle School is ranked #2726 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Belvidere Central Middle School often compared to?
Belvidere Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belvidere High School, Belvidere North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Belvidere Central Middle School?
910 students attend Belvidere Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Belvidere Central Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 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 Central Middle School?
Belvidere Central Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belvidere Central Middle School offer ?
Belvidere Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Belvidere Central Middle School part of?
Belvidere Central Middle School is part of Belvidere CUSD 100 School District.
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