Jack Benny Middle School vs Oakdale Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.7 km 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
Oakdale Elem School
Waukegan · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
505 students
| Measure | Jack Benny Middle School Waukegan, Illinois | Oakdale Elem School Waukegan, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #544 of 670 | #2078 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #12910 of 15,369 | #47361 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 475 | 505 |
| Enrollment | 475 | 505 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.1% | 66.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 18.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 10% |
| city | Waukegan | Waukegan |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jack Benny Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.7 vs 15.6).
- •Jack Benny Middle School does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 18%).
- •Jack Benny Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.1% vs 66.5%).
- •Jack Benny Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 18.7).
- •Oakdale Elem School is the larger school with 505 students compared with 475.
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 Oakdale Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Jack Benny Middle School ranks higher (24.7 vs 15.6 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 Oakdale Elem School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Waukegan and Waukegan in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jack Benny Middle School: 475. Oakdale Elem School: 505. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jack Benny Middle School and Oakdale Elem School rank in Illinois?
Jack Benny Middle School is 544th of 670 and Oakdale Elem School is 2078th of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).