For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 11,378 students in 60085, IL (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,145 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 60085, IL are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 60085, IL are Learn John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr, Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School and John R Lewis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 60085 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 60085, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60085, IL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Learn John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1200 W Glen Flora Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 377-0690
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 377-0690
Gr: K-8 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
522 Belvidere Rd
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1700
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1700
Gr: K-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
John R Lewis Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 S Lewis Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2560
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2560
Gr: 6-8 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Hyde Park Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1525 Hyde Park Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1970
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1970
Gr: K-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Glen Flora Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1110 Chestnut St
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1800
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1800
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
901 N Lewis Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1900
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1900
Gr: K-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Glenwood Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Northmoor Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2010
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2010
Gr: K-5 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
110 S Orchard Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2220
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2220
Gr: K-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Edith M Smith Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
930 New York St
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2760
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2760
Gr: 6-8 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Carman-buckner Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
520 Helmholz Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1500
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1500
Gr: PK-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Robert E Abbott Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1319 Washington St
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2360
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2360
Gr: 6-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1212.
North Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
410 Franklin St
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2160
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2160
Gr: PK-5 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1313.
Waukegan High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1011 Washington St
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-3000
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 4,186 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1414.
Lyon Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
800 S Elmwood Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2300
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2300
Gr: K-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1515.
Miguel Juarez Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
201 N Butrick St
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2660
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2660
Gr: 6-8 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
1721 N Mcaree Rd
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1400
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1400
Gr: PK | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
60085, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative Optional Center (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
1020 Glen Rock Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 360-5540
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 360-5540
Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Minority enrollment: 83%
1020 Glen Rock Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 360-5540
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 360-5540
Gr: PK | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
1200 W Glen Flora Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 599-3903
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 599-3903
Gr: PK | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1011 Washington St
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 263-4765
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 263-4765
Gr: 9-11 | 1,097 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 60085, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in 60085, IL include Learn John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr, Andrew Cooke Magnet Elementary School and John R Lewis Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 60085?
16 public schools are located in 60085.
What percentage of students in 60085 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 60085 are educated in public schools (compared to the IL state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 60085?
60085 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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