Serving 613 students in grades 6-8, Geneva Middle School South 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 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Geneva Middle Sch South's attendance zone covers the entire district of Geneva, IL, encompassing approximately 20.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Geneva Middle School South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Geneva Middle School South's student population of 613 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
613 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Geneva Middle School South 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 Geneva Middle School South is 0.35, 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
#828 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)13.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-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 Geneva Middle School South's ranking?
Geneva Middle School South is ranked #828 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Geneva Middle School South often compared to?
Geneva Middle School Southis often viewed alongside schools like Geneva Middle School North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Geneva Middle School South?
613 students attend Geneva Middle School South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Geneva Middle School South students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Geneva Middle School South?
Geneva Middle School South has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Geneva Middle School South offer ?
Geneva Middle School South offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Geneva Middle School South part of?
Geneva Middle School South is part of Geneva CUSD 304 School District.
School Calendar
View the Geneva Middle School South yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Preschool Open House
November 12, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall Break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School (if no emergency days used)
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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