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Jack Benny Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27
Middle|Waukegan, Illinois|Waukegan CUSD 60
Waukegan, IL 60087
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Upcoming Events
Sep
14
Mon
Panorama AssessmentsexamDistrict-wide
Sep
16
Wed
Early Release Dismissal at 1:15half_dayDistrict-wide
Sep
23
Wed
Early Release SIP Meetinghalf_dayDistrict-wide
Oct
6
Tue
KIDS Assessment Entry WindowexamDistrict-wide
Oct
14
Wed
Early Release Day @ 1:03 PMhalf_dayDistrict-wide
Oct
21
Wed
Parent Teacher Conferences 4:30 - 7:30 PMStaff DayDistrict-wide
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School Profile
School Statistics
Academics (SY 2020-21)
ELA Proficiency
13%
13th percentile in IL
Math Proficiency
9%
15th percentile in IL
Chronic Absenteeism
12.8%
SY 2019-20
Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)
Wi-Fi
Campus-wide wireless
Fiber Internet
High-speed connection
561
Connected devices
Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)
Teachers (FTE)
25.25
100% fully certified
Counselors
2
Psychologists
1
Social Workers
1
Nurses
1
Security Staff
3
Anti-Bullying Policy
District Finance (FY 2023)
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,843
Total current expenditure
Instruction Spending
$12,165
Per pupil, classroom only
Total Revenue/Pupil
$26,129
All funding sources
Funding Sources
Federal 15%State 62%Local 23%
District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey
Community Context
Community Need Level
Moderate
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022
Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)
13.5%
Below 150% poverty line
5.0%
Unemployment rate
6.8%
Uninsured residents
9.5%
No HS diploma (25+)
Special Education (IDEA)
District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA
Total Students Served
1,991
Ages 3-21 under IDEA
School-Age (6-21)
1,802
Receiving special ed services
Est. % of Enrollment
100%
District rate, school may vary
Disability Categories (District)
Specific Learning Disability
720 (40%)
Speech/Language Impairment
348 (19%)
Autism
224 (12%)
Other Health Impairment
121 (7%)
Intellectual Disability
57 (3%)
Emotional Disturbance
43 (2%)
Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ
Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)
475
Current enrollment
Declining(-21% 5yr)Coming Up
Mon, Sep 14, 2026
Panorama Assessments
examWed, Sep 16, 2026
Early Release Dismissal at 1:15
half_dayWed, Sep 23, 2026
Early Release SIP Meeting
half_dayFull School Calendar 2026-27
Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Waukegan CUSD 60. Jack Benny Middle School follows the district calendar.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | Labor Day - District ClosedDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Sep 9, 2026 | Early Release Day @ 1:03 PMDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Sep 14, 2026 | Panorama AssessmentsDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Sep 16, 2026 | Early Release Dismissal at 1:15District-wide |
| Wed, Sep 23, 2026 | Early Release SIP MeetingDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Oct 6, 2026 | KIDS Assessment Entry WindowDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Oct 14, 2026 | Early Release Day @ 1:03 PMDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Oct 21, 2026 | Parent Teacher Conferences 4:30 - 7:30 PMDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Oct 21, 2026 | Pre-ACT Testing 10th & 11th GradesDistrict-wide 9th & 12 Grades are Not in Attendance |
| Wed, Oct 21, 2026 | Early Release DayDistrict-wide Students Released from School at 1:15 pm |
| Thu, Oct 22, 2026 | Parent / Teacher Conference District-wide |
| Wed, Oct 28, 2026 | Early Release Day @ 1:03 PMDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Nov 16, 2026 | Thanksgiving Gram SaleDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Nov 18, 2026 | Early ReleaseDistrict-wide |
| Sun, Nov 22, 2026 | Thanksgiving Bag Pick Up 1:30-3:00 PMDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Nov 23, 2026 | NWEA MAP Winter AssessmentDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Nov 24, 2026 | Thanksgiving Classroom ActivityDistrict-wide 1st Grade 2:15 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Wed, Nov 25, 2026 | School Closed Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Dec 9, 2026 | Early Release Day @ 1:03 PM District-wide |
| Fri, Dec 11, 2026 | JROTC Holiday Movie @Brett Theatre District-wide |
| Sat, Dec 12, 2026 | JROTC Operation Christmas Event District-wide |
| Sat, Dec 12, 2026 | Breakfast with SantaDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Dec 16, 2026 | FINAL EXAMS Periods 9, 8, 7District-wide |
| Thu, Dec 17, 2026 | FINAL EXAMS Periods 3,2,4District-wide |
| Fri, Dec 18, 2026 | FINAL EXAMS Periods 6, 5, 1District-wide |
| Mon, Dec 21, 2026 | School Closed Winter BreakDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Dec 28, 2026 | Winter Break - Students Not In AttendanceDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Jan 5, 2027 | Students Return from BreakDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Jan 13, 2027 | Early Release @ 1:03 PMDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Jan 13, 2027 | ACCESS Testing WindowDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Jan 18, 2027 | District Closed MLK DayDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Jan 20, 2027 | Early Release DayDistrict-wide Students Released from School at 1:15 pm |
| Wed, Jan 27, 2027 | Early Release Day @1:03 PMDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Feb 3, 2027 | ACCESS TESTING District-wide |
| Mon, Feb 8, 2027 | CogAT Assessment District-wide |
| Wed, Feb 10, 2027 | Early Release @ 1:03 PMDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Feb 15, 2027 | Presidents Day - District ClosedDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Feb 17, 2027 | Early Release DayDistrict-wide Students Released from School at 1:15 pm |
| Wed, Feb 24, 2027 | Early Release Day @1:03pmDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Mar 8, 2027 | Illinois Assessment of Readiness District-wide |
| Wed, Mar 10, 2027 | Early Release @ 1:03 PMDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Mar 17, 2027 | Early Release DayDistrict-wide Students Released from School at 1:15 pm |
| Mon, Mar 22, 2027 | Spring VacationDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Mar 31, 2027 | Early Release Day @1:03pmDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Apr 7, 2027 | Paraprofessional Appreciation DayDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Apr 14, 2027 | Early Release Day @1:03pmDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Apr 19, 2027 | iReady Spring Testing WindowDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Apr 21, 2027 | Administrative Professionals DayDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Apr 21, 2027 | Early Release DayDistrict-wide Students Released from School at 1:15 pm |
| Wed, Apr 28, 2027 | Early Release Day @1:03pmDistrict-wide |
| Mon, May 3, 2027 | iReady Spring Testing WindowDistrict-wide |
| Mon, May 3, 2027 | Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide |
| Tue, May 4, 2027 | Teacher Appreciation DayDistrict-wide Thank You Teachers! |
| Tue, May 11, 2027 | Senior Final Exams District-wide Periods 7, 8, 9 |
| Wed, May 12, 2027 | Early Release Day @1:03pmDistrict-wide |
| Wed, May 12, 2027 | Senior Final Exams District-wide Periods 4,5, 6 |
Showing 56 events for the 2026-27 school year
Frequently Asked Questions about Jack Benny Middle School
As of the most recent data, 506 students are enrolled at Jack Benny Middle School. It is a Middle school within the local district.
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