For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,569 students in 61008, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 61008, IL are Everest High School, Belvidere North High School and Belvidere High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 61008 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in 61008, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 61008 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Belvidere North High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61008, IL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Everest High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1320 East Ave
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-8080
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-8080
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Belvidere North High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9393 Beloit Rd
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-2636
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-2636
Gr: 9-12 | 1,408 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Belvidere High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 East Ave
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-6345
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-6345
Gr: 9-12 | 1,161 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
61008, Illinois 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1320 East Ave
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-8080
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-8080
Gr: 9-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Boone County Center (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
1320 East Ave
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-9851
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-9851
Gr: PK
Reg'l Learning Center Star Boone (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1320 East Ave
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-8080
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-8080
Gr: 9-12
Regl Learning Academy Star Boone (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1320 East Ave
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-8080
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-8080
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 61008, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 61008, IL include Everest High School, Belvidere North High School and Belvidere High School.
How many public high schools are located in 61008?
3 public high schools are located in 61008.
What is the racial composition of students in 61008?
61008 public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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