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Genoa Elementary School

Elementary School · Genoa Kingston CUSD 424

602 E Hill St, Genoa, IL 60135

Enrollment

345

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

6.4

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,732 of 3,813

In Genoa

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Genoa Kingston CUSD 424

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Genoa Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Genoa · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Northwester Center for Autism

6.5/10

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7.2/10

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About Genoa Elementary School

Genoa Elementary School is a public elementary school in Genoa, IL, part of Genoa Kingston CUSD 424. Genoa Elementary School serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Genoa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,732 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Genoa Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,372
Chronic Absenteeism9%

Genoa Elementary School — Students at Genoa Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.3% (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
88%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
20%
2022
ELA
28%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Genoa Elementary School Compares

See how Genoa Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
55th percentile in IL
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

Location

602 E Hill St, Genoa, IL 60135

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Genoa Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Grove Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Sycamore), which scores notably higher. Another option is Riley Comm Cons School (rated 7.6/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Marengo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AURORA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS CORNERSTONE CAMPUS (rated 6.8/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Sycamore), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Genoa, see our Genoa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.3 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTHWESTER CENTER FOR AUTISM Genoa 0.7 mi 6.5
Genoa-Kingston Middle School Genoa 1.1 mi 7.2
Genoa-Kingston High School Genoa 1.7 mi 6.7
Kingston Elementary School Kingston 3.6 mi 4.9
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE OF SYCAMORE AND DEKALB Sycamore 5.3 mi
North Grove Elementary School Sycamore 5.4 mi 7.9
North Elementary School Sycamore 5.8 mi 6.5
Sycamore Middle School Sycamore 6.3 mi 5.8
AURORA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS CORNERSTONE CAMPUS Sycamore 6.7 mi 6.8
West Elem School Sycamore 7.3 mi 6.3
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sycamore 7.5 mi 6.6
Sycamore High School Sycamore 7.5 mi 6.3
Southeast Elem School Sycamore 7.7 mi 6.0
Riley Comm Cons School Marengo 7.4 mi 7.6
South Prairie Elementary School Sycamore 8.2 mi 6.5
Gwendolyn Brooks Elem Sch Dekalb 9.4 mi 3.1
Hampshire Elem School Hampshire 7.7 mi 4.2
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Marengo 8.7 mi
Hampshire Middle School Hampshire 7.8 mi 5.2
DeKalb High School Dekalb 10.3 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,935

Median Home Value

$238,000

Median Rent

$1,038/mo

Population

7,486

College Educated

15.4%

Homeownership

73.2%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

35

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Genoa Elementary School

What grades does Genoa Elementary School serve?

Genoa Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Genoa Elementary School?

Genoa Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Genoa Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Genoa Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Genoa Elementary School rank in IL?

Genoa Elementary School ranks #1,732 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Genoa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Genoa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Genoa Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Genoa Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Genoa Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Genoa Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Genoa Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Genoa Elementary School?

44.1% of students at Genoa Elementary 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
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
DeKalb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

District

Genoa Kingston CUSD 424
District Enrollment
1,494
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,372
District Rank
#3 of 4

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