Serving 475 students in grades 6-8, Jack Benny Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jack Benny Middle School serves the northern part of Waukegan, IL, covering an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jack Benny Middle School's student population of 475 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
475 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jack Benny Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jack Benny Middle School is 0.42, 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
#3336 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack Benny Middle School's ranking?
Jack Benny Middle School is ranked #3336 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Jack Benny Middle School often compared to?
Jack Benny Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edith M Smith Middle School, John R Lewis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Jack Benny Middle School?
475 students attend Jack Benny Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Jack Benny Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jack Benny Middle School?
Jack Benny Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jack Benny Middle School offer ?
Jack Benny Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jack Benny Middle School part of?
Jack Benny Middle School is part of Waukegan CUSD 60 School District.
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