For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,974 students in 60085, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60085, IL are Learn John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr, John R Lewis Middle School and Edith M Smith Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 60085 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60085, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60085, IL Public Middle 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 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
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 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
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 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
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: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
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 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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 middle schools in 60085, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60085, IL include Learn John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr, John R Lewis Middle School and Edith M Smith Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60085?
5 public middle schools are located in 60085.
What is the racial composition of students in 60085?
60085 public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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