Geneva Community High School, or GHS, is a public high school located in Geneva, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States. It is part of Geneva Community Unit School District 304.
Serving 1,645 students in grades 9-12, Geneva Community High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Geneva Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Geneva Community High School's student population of 1,645 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Year Founded
1876
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Rankings
Geneva Community High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Geneva Community High School is 0.32, 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
#346 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vikings
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Geneva Community High School's ranking?
Geneva Community High School is ranked #346 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Geneva Community High School often compared to?
Geneva Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Batavia Sr High School, St. Charles North High School, St. Charles East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Geneva Community High School?
The graduation rate of Geneva Community High School is 97%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Geneva Community High School?
1,645 students attend Geneva Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Geneva Community High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Geneva Community High School?
Geneva Community High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Geneva Community High School offer ?
Geneva Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Geneva Community High School part of?
Geneva Community High School is part of Geneva CUSD 304 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - No School
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break - No School
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Classes Resume - First Day of Spring Semester
January 05, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
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