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Top 34% in state

Gemini Middle School

Middle School · East Maine SD 63

8955 N Greenwood Ave, Niles, IL 60714

Enrollment

1,105

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,304 of 3,813

In Niles

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

East Maine SD 63

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Gemini Middle School

6.9/10

Middle School in Niles · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Gemini Middle School

Gemini Middle School is a public middle school in Niles, IL, part of East Maine SD 63. Gemini Middle School serves approximately 1,105 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Gemini Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,304 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Gemini Middle School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above IL schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,003
Chronic Absenteeism26.2%

Gemini Middle School — Students at Gemini Middle School score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
35%
2022
ELA
30%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.

How Gemini Middle School Compares

See how Gemini Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
66th percentile in IL
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
93 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.2%

Location

8955 N Greenwood Ave, Niles, IL 60714

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gemini Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Emerson Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Springman Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Glenview), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GUARDIAN ANGEL ORTHODOX DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Des Plaines), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Niles, see our Niles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTHRIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Niles 0.3 mi 6.9
EMBERS ACADEMY Niles 0.8 mi 6.3
Mark Twain Elem School Niles 0.8 mi 6.9
CHILDRENS LEARNING WORLD Niles 1.0 mi
Jefferson School Niles 1.1 mi 5.0
Emerson Middle School Niles 1.2 mi 8.1
Washington Elem School Glenview 1.1 mi 7.4
V H Nelson Elem School Niles 1.0 mi 6.4
Maine East High School Park Ridge 1.0 mi 8.1
KIDDIE GARDEN Niles 1.2 mi
Franklin Elementary School Park Ridge 1.2 mi 8.7
NOTRE DAME COLLEGE PREP Niles 1.1 mi 5.0
Melzer School Morton Grove 1.3 mi 7.7
Springman Middle School Glenview 1.7 mi 8.0
Eugene Field Elem School Park Ridge 1.7 mi 8.0
Early Learning Center Des Plaines 1.6 mi 7.1
Henking Elem School Glenview 1.8 mi 9.1
GUARDIAN ANGEL ORTHODOX DAY SCHOOL Des Plaines 1.4 mi 6.5
Apollo Elem School Des Plaines 1.7 mi 5.7
ST ANDREWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Park Ridge 2.0 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,868

Median Home Value

$351,100

Median Rent

$1,247/mo

Population

30,463

College Educated

39.1%

Homeownership

76.7%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

47.7

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Gary Elem School Chicago, IL 7.0
Fremont Jr High/Middle School Mundelein, IL 6.8
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School Oak Park, IL 6.8
Hubble Middle School Warrenville, IL 6.8
Lincoln Middle School Berwyn, IL 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gemini Middle School

What grades does Gemini Middle School serve?

Gemini Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Gemini Middle School?

Gemini Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,105 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gemini Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gemini Middle School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gemini Middle School rank in IL?

Gemini Middle School ranks #1,304 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Gemini Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gemini Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Gemini Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gemini Middle School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Gemini Middle School a charter school?

No, Gemini Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gemini Middle School a Title I school?

No, Gemini Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gemini Middle School?

64.6% of students at Gemini Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,105
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
93
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.2%

District

East Maine SD 63
District Enrollment
3,648
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,003
District Rank
#5 of 7

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