For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 4,466 students in 61008, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61008, IL are Seth Whitman Elementary School, Belvidere Central Middle School and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 61008 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in 61008, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61008, IL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Seth Whitman Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8989 Beloit Rd
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-3357
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-3357
Grades: PK-5
| 648 students
Rank: #22.
Belvidere Central Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8787 Beloit Rd
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-0190
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-0190
Grades: 6-8
| 858 students
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1011 Bonus Ave
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-2671
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-2671
Grades: PK-5
| 552 students
Rank: #44.
Perry Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
633 W Perry St
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-9274
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-9274
Grades: PK-5
| 292 students
Rank: #55.
Meehan Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1401 E 6th St
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-3546
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-3546
Grades: PK-5
| 667 students
Rank: #66.
Belvidere South Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
919 E 6th St
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-4175
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-4175
Grades: 6-8
| 751 students
Rank: #77.
Washington Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1031 5th Ave
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-3124
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-3124
Grades: PK-5
| 698 students
61008, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1320 East Ave
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-8080
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-8080
Grades: 9-12
| 45 students
Boone County Center (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
1320 East Ave
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-9851
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 544-9851
Grades: PK
| n/a students
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
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Regl Learning Academy Star Boone (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1320 East Ave
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-8080
Belvidere, IL 61008
(815) 547-8080
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 61008, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 61008, IL include Seth Whitman Elementary School, Belvidere Central Middle School and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 61008?
7 public elementary schools are located in 61008.
What is the racial composition of students in 61008?
61008 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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