Geneva County Elementary School ranked #204 in Alabama in 2023, declining from a peak rank of #110 in 2011 but improving from #577 in 2017, placing it among the top 20% of public schools in the state most recently.
Math proficiency ranged between 45% and 49% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 60% to 64%, also higher than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency was 60% to 64%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased from 437 students in 2023 to 475 in 2024, with minority enrollment steady near 25%, including 54 Black and 26 Hispanic students, while 301 students qualified for free lunch, indicating a significant socioeconomic need.
The school serves grades Pre–K through 5 with 475 students and 28 teachers, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of approximately 17:1, which is among the lowest in the district and contributes to personalized attention.
Geneva County Elementary School is Title I eligible and participates in the National School Lunch Program, reflecting substantial support for low–income families in this Hartford, Alabama elementary school.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Geneva County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Geneva County Elementary School's student population of 475 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Geneva County Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Geneva County Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#204 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
11%
32%
White
75%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Geneva County Elementary School's ranking?
Geneva County Elementary School is ranked #204 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Geneva County Elementary School often compared to?
Geneva County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Samson Elementary School, Mulkey Elementary School, Slocomb Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Geneva County Elementary School?
475 students attend Geneva County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Geneva County Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Geneva County Elementary School?
Geneva County Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Geneva County Elementary School offer ?
Geneva County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Geneva County Elementary School part of?
Geneva County Elementary School is part of Geneva County School District.
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