Jack Benny Middle School vs John S Clark Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 866 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jack Benny Middle School
Waukegan · Public middle · Grades 6–8
475 students
John S Clark Elem School
Waukegan · Public elementary · Grades K–5
262 students
| Measure | Jack Benny Middle School Waukegan, Illinois | John S Clark Elem School Waukegan, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #544 of 670 | #1079 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #12910 of 15,369 | #31210 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 475 | 262 |
| Enrollment | 475 | 262 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.1% | 67.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 37% |
| city | Waukegan | Waukegan |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John S Clark Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.1 vs 24.7).
- •John S Clark Elem School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 10%).
- •John S Clark Elem School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 23%).
- •Jack Benny Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.1% vs 67.9%).
- •John S Clark Elem School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 12.5).
- •Jack Benny Middle School is the larger school with 475 students compared with 262.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Jack Benny Middle School better than John S Clark Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), John S Clark Elem School ranks higher (41.1 vs 24.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Jack Benny Middle School and John S Clark Elem School?
About 866 m in a straight line, between Waukegan and Waukegan in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jack Benny Middle School: 475. John S Clark Elem School: 262. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jack Benny Middle School and John S Clark Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jack Benny Middle School is 544th of 670 and John S Clark Elem School is 1079th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).