For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 519 students in Waukegan, IL.
The top-ranked public charter school in Waukegan, IL is Learn John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waukegan, IL public charter school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public charter school average of 10%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 14% statewide average). Charter schools in Waukegan have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Illinois public charter school average of 97% (majority Black).
Best Public Charter Schools in Waukegan, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Learn John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1200 W Glen Flora Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 377-0690
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 377-0690
Gr: K-8 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in Waukegan, IL?
The top-ranked public charter schools in Waukegan, IL include Learn John Kathy Schreiber Chrtr.
How many public charter schools are located in Waukegan?
1 public charter schools are located in Waukegan.
What is the racial composition of students in Waukegan?
Waukegan public charter schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Illinois public charter schools average of 97% (majority Black).
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