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Best Middle Schools in Waukegan, Illinois

Compare 6 middle schools in Waukegan. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

6
Middle Schools
Public & Charter Schools
14,159
Total Students
Across Waukegan
12.2:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
6 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score0%
ELA Assessment Score13%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)6 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)0 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • ✓Largest student enrollment is 721 students at John R Lewis Middle School.
  • ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

About Middle Schools in Waukegan

Waukegan, Illinois offers 6 middle schools providing education for students transitioning from elementary to high school. These schools focus on bridging foundational learning with advanced academic preparation.

Learn John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr

charter schoolmiddleK-8
1200 W Glen Flora Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
1.4
Rating
Students
519
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Robert E Abbott Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8
1319 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085
1
Rating
Students
585
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
9%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Miguel Juarez Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8
201 N Butrick St, Waukegan, IL 60085
1
Rating
Students
651
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
4%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Edith M Smith Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8
930 New York St, Waukegan, IL 60085
1
Rating
Students
493
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Jack Benny Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8
1401 Montesano Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087
1
Rating
Students
475
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
8%
Math Proficiency
N/A

John R Lewis Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8
600 S Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085
1
Rating
Students
721
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
19%
Math Proficiency
N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

How many middle schools are in Waukegan, Illinois?

There are several middle schools in Waukegan, providing education for students transitioning from elementary to high school with comprehensive academic programs.

What is the best middle school in Waukegan?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated middle schools in Waukegan include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all middle schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Waukegan?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Waukegan is 12.2:1.