Belleville High School East is a public high school in Belleville, Illinois, United States. It is part of Belleville Township High School District. It was established in 1966.
Serving 2,584 students in grades 9-12, Belleville High School-east ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belleville High School-east ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Belleville High School-east's student population of 2,584 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 152 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
152 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Navy Blue, Columbia blue
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Campus Size
76
School Motto
The Mission of Belleville Township High School East – District 201 is to provide all students with a quality education & life-long learning skills necessary to meet tomorrow’s challenges.
School Mascot
Lancer
School Rankings
Belleville High School-east ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belleville High School-east is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1595 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
49%
16%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belleville High School-east's ranking?
Belleville High School-east is ranked #1595 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Belleville High School-east often compared to?
Belleville High School-eastis often viewed alongside schools like Belleville High School-west, O Fallon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belleville High School-east?
The graduation rate of Belleville High School-east is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Belleville High School-east?
2,584 students attend Belleville High School-east.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Belleville High School-east students are Black, 37% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belleville High School-east?
Belleville High School-east has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Belleville High School-east offer ?
Belleville High School-east offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Belleville High School-east part of?
Belleville High School-east is part of Belleville TWP HSD 201 School District.
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