Best Schools in South Beloit, Illinois
7 schools · 3 Elementary · 3 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in South Beloit?
Use this page to compare every school in South Beloit by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Prairie Hill Elem School
Elementary · Prairie Hill Ccsd 133. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Willowbrook Middle School
Middle · Prairie Hill Ccsd 133. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Riverview Elementary School
Elementary · County of Winnebago Sd 320. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in South Beloit for 2026 are Prairie Hill Elem School (7.1/10), Willowbrook Middle School (7.0/10), and Riverview Elementary School (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
7
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$172,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$172,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +9.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among South Beloit schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in South Beloit
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prairie Hill Elem School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Willowbrook Middle School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Riverview Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | South Beloit SR High School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 5 | South Beloit JR High School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Blackhawk Elementary School | 2.2 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $78,533
- Median home value
- $172,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
29% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How South Beloit compares
Illinois rank
#308 of 450
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Illinois avg (6.4)
Median household income
$79k
96% of Illinois median
Schools in this city
7
County of Winnebago SD 320 runs 71% of South Beloit's public schools
South Beloit touches 2 districts, but County of Winnebago SD 320 is the one most addresses actually attend.
County of Winnebago SD 320 accounts for 5 of 7 public schools (71%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 2.
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 2.2 to 7.1 — the spread is inside South Beloit, not a citywide average.
- County of Winnebago SD 3205 public · 71%
- Prairie Hill Ccsd 1332 public · 29%
About Schools in South Beloit, Illinois
South Beloit, Illinois is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in South Beloit show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in South Beloit is Prairie Hill Elem School with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
South Beloit is served by 2 school districts: Prairie Hill CCSD 133, County of Winnebago SD 320. These districts collectively serve 1,720 students.
South Beloit's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,533. The poverty rate in the area is 11.0%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 470 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.1 |
| 2 | 208 students · 2nd–4th | 6.8 |
| 3 | 191 students · Pre-K–1st | 5.8 |
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 320 students · 5th–8th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 137 students · 7th–8th | 6.0 |
| 3 | 134 students · 5th–6th | 2.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 260 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
Schools in South Beloit
South Beloit, Illinois · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,533
Median Home Value
$172,300
Median Rent
$877/mo
Population
11,062
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
11.0%
Community Profile
South Beloit has a median household income of $78,533. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $172,300, with a median rent of $877/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.0%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in South Beloit, Illinois
How many schools are in South Beloit, Illinois?
South Beloit has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in South Beloit, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in South Beloit is 6.0 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 South Beloit, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in South Beloit on MySchoolScout is Prairie Hill Elem School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in South Beloit, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in South Beloit on MySchoolScout is Prairie Hill Elem School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best middle school in South Beloit, Illinois?
The top-ranked middle school in South Beloit on MySchoolScout is Willowbrook Middle School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best high school in South Beloit, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in South Beloit on MySchoolScout is South Beloit SR High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve South Beloit, Illinois?
South Beloit is served by 2 school districts: Prairie Hill Ccsd 133, County of Winnebago Sd 320.
What is the education level in South Beloit, Illinois?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in South Beloit have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in South Beloit, Illinois?
The median household income in South Beloit is approximately $78,533 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Beloit, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in South Beloit is 14.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in South Beloit, 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.