Serving 345 students in grades 3-5, Genoa Elementary School 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 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Genoa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Genoa Elementary School's student population of 345 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Genoa Elementary School 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 Genoa Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1454 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
22%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Genoa Elementary School's ranking?
Genoa Elementary School is ranked #1454 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
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 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Genoa Elementary School?
345 students attend Genoa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Genoa Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Genoa Elementary School?
Genoa Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Genoa Elementary School offer ?
Genoa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Genoa Elementary School part of?
Genoa Elementary School is part of Genoa Kingston CUSD 424 School District.
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