For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 475 students in 60087, IL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 60087, IL is Jack Benny Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 60087 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 60087, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60087, IL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jack Benny Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Montesano Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2470
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2470
Gr: 6-8 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
60087, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Abdssc School-3rd Floor High School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
742 Greenwood Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 360-5511
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 360-5511
Gr: 6-12 | 27 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 60087, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 60087, IL include Jack Benny Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 60087?
1 public middle schools are located in 60087.
What is the racial composition of students in 60087?
60087 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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