Serving 324 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 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Genoa-kingston Middle School's student population of 324 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Genoa-kingston Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Genoa-kingston Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1337 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
22%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 #1337 out of 3,663 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 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Genoa-kingston Middle School?
324 students attend Genoa-kingston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Genoa-kingston Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% 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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