Serving 353 students in grades 6-8, Genoa-kingston Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Genoa-kingston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Genoa-kingston Middle School's student population of 353 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Genoa-kingston Middle 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-kingston Middle School is 0.44, 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
#1372 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
25%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
71%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Genoa-kingston Middle School's ranking?
Genoa-kingston Middle School is ranked #1372 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Genoa-kingston Middle School often compared to?
Genoa-kingston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sycamore Middle School, Hiawatha Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Genoa-kingston Middle School?
353 students attend Genoa-kingston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Genoa-kingston Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Genoa-kingston Middle School?
Genoa-kingston Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Genoa-kingston Middle School offer ?
Genoa-kingston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Genoa-kingston Middle School part of?
Genoa-kingston Middle School is part of Genoa Kingston CUSD 424 School District.
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