Serving 593 students in grades 6-8, Geneva Middle Sch South ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Geneva Middle Sch South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Geneva Middle Sch South's student population of 593 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Geneva Middle Sch South ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Geneva Middle Sch South is 0.30, 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
#844 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)33%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
83%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Geneva Middle Sch South's ranking?
Geneva Middle Sch South is ranked #844 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Geneva Middle Sch South often compared to?
Geneva Middle Sch Southis often viewed alongside schools like Geneva Middle Sch North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Geneva Middle Sch South?
593 students attend Geneva Middle Sch South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Geneva Middle Sch South students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Geneva Middle Sch South?
Geneva Middle Sch South has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Geneva Middle Sch South offer ?
Geneva Middle Sch South offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Geneva Middle Sch South part of?
Geneva Middle Sch South is part of Geneva CUSD 304 School District.
School Calendar
View the Geneva Middle Sch South yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - If no emergency days used
June 03, 2025 (Tuesday)
School Reviews
5 2/17/2011
I go here and I LOVE it! The orchestra is great and I love the teachers! Five star school *****
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