Best Schools in Belvidere, Illinois
10 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Belvidere by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Belvidere North High Sch
High · Belvidere Cusd 100. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Seth Whitman Elem Sch
Elementary · Belvidere Cusd 100. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Belvidere High School
High · Belvidere Cusd 100. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Belvidere for 2026 are Belvidere North High Sch (5.8/10), Seth Whitman Elem Sch (5.7/10), and Belvidere High School (5.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
10
9 public · 1 private
Avg Score
4.6
out of 10
Median Home
$185,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
10
9 public · 1 private
Avg Score
4.6
out of 10
Median Home
$185,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 5.3/10 despite 82% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.4 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Belvidere schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Belvidere
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belvidere North High Sch | 5.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Seth Whitman Elem Sch | 5.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Belvidere High School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Washington Academy | 5.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Immanuel Lutheran School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Lincoln Elem School | 4.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Belvidere South Middle School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 8 | Belvidere Central Middle School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Perry Elem School | 3.2 / 10 |
| 10 | Meehan Elementary School | 3.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.6/10
- Median household income
- $75,833
- Median home value
- $185,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Belvidere compares
Illinois rank
#424 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.6
below Illinois avg (6.2)
Median household income
$76k
93% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Belvidere, Illinois
Belvidere, Illinois is home to 10 schools, including 9 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 4.6 out of 10, schools in Belvidere show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Belvidere is Belvidere North High Sch with a composite score of 5.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Belvidere is served by 1 school district: Belvidere CUSD 100. These districts collectively serve 7,472 students.
Belvidere's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $75,833. The poverty rate in the area is 13.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 648 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.7 | ||
| 2 | 698 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.3 | ||
| 3 | 552 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.5 | ||
| 4 | 292 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.2 | ||
| 5 | 667 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.0 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Immanuel Lutheran School
Private
206 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.7 | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 751 students · 6th–8th | 4.3 |
| 2 | 858 students · 6th–8th | 4.3 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,408 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
| 2 | 1,161 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
Schools in Belvidere
Belvidere, Illinois · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$75,833
Median Home Value
$185,200
Median Rent
$953/mo
Population
33,697
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
13.0%
Community Profile
Belvidere has a median household income of $75,833. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $185,200, with a median rent of $953/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.0%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Belvidere, Illinois
How many schools are in Belvidere, Illinois?
Belvidere has 10 schools, including 9 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Belvidere, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Belvidere is 4.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Belvidere, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Belvidere on MySchoolScout is Belvidere North High Sch with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Belvidere, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Belvidere on MySchoolScout is Seth Whitman Elem Sch with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Belvidere, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in Belvidere on MySchoolScout is Belvidere South Middle School with a composite score of 4.3/10.
What is the best high school in Belvidere, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Belvidere on MySchoolScout is Belvidere North High Sch with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Belvidere, Illinois?
Belvidere is served by 1 school district: Belvidere Cusd 100.
What is the education level in Belvidere, Illinois?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Belvidere have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Belvidere, Illinois?
The median household income in Belvidere is approximately $75,833 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Belvidere, Illinois?
Yes, Belvidere has 1 private school alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Immanuel Lutheran School with a score of 4.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Belvidere, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Belvidere is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Belvidere, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.