Serving 506 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 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 28:1 is higher than 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jack Benny Middle School's student population of 506 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jack Benny Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jack Benny Middle School is 0.40, 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
#2981 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
77%
28%
Black
10%
16%
White
4%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
28%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack Benny Middle School's ranking?
Jack Benny Middle School is ranked #2981 out of 3,426 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 John R Lewis Middle School, Edith M Smith Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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?
506 students attend Jack Benny Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Jack Benny Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jack Benny Middle School?
Jack Benny Middle School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than 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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Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
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