Serving 1,111 students in grades 6-8, Gemini Middle 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 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gemini Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Niles, IL, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the school's edge and a maximum of 2.1 miles to the farthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gemini Middle School's student population of 1,111 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,111 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Gemini Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gemini Middle School is 0.76, which is more 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
#1556 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
28%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gemini Middle School's ranking?
Gemini Middle School is ranked #1556 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Gemini Middle School often compared to?
Gemini Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mark Twain Elementary School, Clarence E Culver School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Gemini Middle School?
1,111 students attend Gemini Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Gemini Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gemini Middle School?
Gemini Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gemini Middle School offer ?
Gemini Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gemini Middle School part of?
Gemini Middle School is part of East Maine SD 63 School District.
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