Serving 2,568 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 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belleville High School-east's student population of 2,568 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 154 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
154 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belleville High School-east ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belleville High School-east is 0.61, 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
#1463 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
49%
17%
White
39%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belleville High School-east's ranking?
Belleville High School-east is ranked #1463 out of 3,426 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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 89%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Belleville High School-east?
2,568 students attend Belleville High School-east.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Belleville High School-east students are Black, 39% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 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 14:1.
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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