Serving 794 students in grades 9-12, Geneseo High School 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Geneseo High School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 258 square miles in and around Geneseo, IL. The typical drive to the school takes 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Geneseo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Geneseo High School's student population of 794 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
794 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where the future grows.
School Rankings
Geneseo High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Geneseo High School is 0.19, 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
#862 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
White
90%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Yellow, Kelly green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Geneseo High School's ranking?
Geneseo High School is ranked #862 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Geneseo High School often compared to?
Geneseo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cambridge Jr/sr High School, Orion High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Geneseo High School?
The graduation rate of Geneseo High School is 98%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Geneseo High School?
794 students attend Geneseo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Geneseo High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Geneseo High School?
Geneseo High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Geneseo High School offer ?
Geneseo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Geneseo High School part of?
Geneseo High School is part of Geneseo CUSD 228 School District.
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