Summary:
Zip code 36344 is home to a single elementary school, Geneva County Elementary School, which serves students in grades PK through 5th grade within the Geneva County school district.
For parents in this area, Geneva County Elementary School stands out as a high-performing institution that consistently beats both state and district averages in nearly every subject and grade level. The school has shown remarkable improvement over the past few years, jumping from a state ranking of 174th (75th percentile) in 2023-2024 to 87th (87th percentile) in 2025-2026, placing it in the top 13% of elementary schools statewide. Academically, the school excels particularly in English and Science, with 5th-grade English proficiency at 85.45% and 4th-grade Science proficiency at 76.06%—nearly 26 points above the state average. Math scores are also strong, ranging from 56.25% to 67.61% proficiency, though they remain the lowest-performing subject relative to the school's other achievements. The school serves 474 students, with about 58% qualifying for free or reduced lunch, and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16.9 to 1 with per-student spending of $8,371.
One notable area of concern is chronic absenteeism, which sits at 12.3%—slightly above the state average of 12.0% and more than double the district average of 5.5%. This suggests that while the school is highly effective for students who attend regularly, a significant portion of the student body is missing enough school to potentially impact their learning. For parents considering this school, the overall picture is very positive: strong academic performance, rapid improvement, and effective teaching despite economic challenges. The main areas to watch are math instruction and attendance, both of which present opportunities for the school to build on its already impressive record.
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