Serving 260 students in grades 9-12, South Beloit Sr High School ranks in the bottom 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Beloit Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
South Beloit Sr High School's student population of 260 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Rankings
South Beloit Sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Beloit Sr High School is 0.58, 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
#2132 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
31%
28%
Black
5%
16%
White
57%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Beloit Sr High School's ranking?
South Beloit Sr High School is ranked #2132 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are South Beloit Sr High School often compared to?
South Beloit Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hononegah Chd High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Beloit Sr High School?
The graduation rate of South Beloit Sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Beloit Sr High School?
260 students attend South Beloit Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of South Beloit Sr High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Beloit Sr High School?
South Beloit Sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Beloit Sr High School offer ?
South Beloit Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Beloit Sr High School part of?
South Beloit Sr High School is part of County Of Winnebago SD 320 School District.
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