Best Elementary School in waukegan

Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 enrolls about 13,700 PK–12 students, including 13 elementary schools with a 15:1 student–teacher ratio. Proficiency rates remain modest—12% in reading and 7% in math—but both have improved for four straight years, Jacksonville Journal.

The district earned a stable “moderately organized” 5Essentials rating and saw nine schools advance in state designations. Waukegan invests in academic programs, SEL support, attendance outreach, and assessment analysis through its Assessment & Data office. With consistent growth trends, equity initiatives, and strengthened data use, Waukegan is building momentum toward broader elementary success.