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#1504 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 39% in state
Dr Donald Wharton Elem School
Elementary School · Summit SD 104
7555 W 64th St, Summit, IL 60501
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,504 of 3,813
In Summit
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Summit SD 104
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Dr Donald Wharton Elem School
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About Dr Donald Wharton Elem School
Dr Donald Wharton Elem School is a public elementary school in Summit, IL, part of Summit SD 104. Dr Donald Wharton Elem School serves approximately 106 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr Donald Wharton Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,504 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Dr Donald Wharton Elem School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 106 students, Dr Donald Wharton Elem School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Dr Donald Wharton Elem School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Dr Donald Wharton Elem School — Students at Dr Donald Wharton Elem School score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.
How Dr Donald Wharton Elem School Compares
See how Dr Donald Wharton Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7555 W 64th St, Summit, IL 60501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr Donald Wharton Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kinzie Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blair Early Childhood Center (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Frank A Brodnicki Elem School (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Justice), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Summit, see our Summit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Argo Community High School Summit | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| W W Walker Elem School Bedford Park | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Heritage Middle School Summit | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Otis P Graves Elem School Summit | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Dore Elem School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Walsh Elem School Summit | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| PECKWAS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Summit | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Blair Early Childhood Center Chicago | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Robina Lyle Elementary School Bridgeview | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Bridgeview Elem School Bridgeview | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Byrne Elem School Chicago | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| George T Wilkins Elem School Justice | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Geo T Wilkins Jr High School Justice | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Kennedy High School Chicago | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Hale Elem School Chicago | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Frank A Brodnicki Elem School Justice | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Kinzie Elem School Chicago | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Maddock Elementary School Burbank | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| J W Robinson Jr Elem School Lyons | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| KID'Z COLONY Chicago | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,110
Median Home Value
$227,300
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
11,490
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
62.7%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Monmouth, IL | 6.6 |
| Illinois City Elem School Illinois City, IL | 6.6 |
| Iroquois West Elem Sch/Thawville Thawville, IL | 6.6 |
| ST ALOYSIUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springfield, IL | 6.6 |
| ST ANNE SCHOOL Dixon, IL | 6.6 |
| ST JUDE SCHOOL Joliet, IL | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr Donald Wharton Elem School
What grades does Dr Donald Wharton Elem School serve?
Dr Donald Wharton Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Dr Donald Wharton Elem School?
Dr Donald Wharton Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr Donald Wharton Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr Donald Wharton Elem School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr Donald Wharton Elem School rank in IL?
Dr Donald Wharton Elem School ranks #1,504 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Dr Donald Wharton Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr Donald Wharton Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dr Donald Wharton Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr Donald Wharton Elem School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dr Donald Wharton Elem School a charter school?
No, Dr Donald Wharton Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr Donald Wharton Elem School a Title I school?
No, Dr Donald Wharton Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr Donald Wharton Elem School?
64.2% of students at Dr Donald Wharton Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 106
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (708) 458-0640
Resources & Links
District
Summit SD 104- District Enrollment
- 1,447
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,862
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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