For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,857 students in Belvidere, IL.
The top ranked public preschools in Belvidere, IL are Seth Whitman Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Perry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Belvidere, IL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in Belvidere have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Belvidere, IL (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Belvidere, Illinois Public Schools (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 preschools in Belvidere, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in Belvidere, IL include Seth Whitman Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Perry Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Belvidere?
5 public preschools are located in Belvidere.
What is the racial composition of students in Belvidere?
Belvidere public preschools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Belvidere are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Belvidere include: Seth Whitman Elementary School vs. Lincoln Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School vs. Seth Whitman Elementary School
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