Below Average
#3281 of 3,813 schools in IL
Wentworth Intermediate School
Elementary School · Calumet City SD 155
530 Superior Ave, Calumet City, IL 60409
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,281 of 3,813
In Calumet City
#11 of 12
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Calumet City SD 155
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Wentworth Intermediate School
Elementary School in Calumet City · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Wentworth JR High School
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About Wentworth Intermediate School
Wentworth Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Calumet City, IL, part of Calumet City SD 155. Wentworth Intermediate School serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Wentworth Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,281 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Wentworth Intermediate School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Wentworth Intermediate School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
35% of students at Wentworth Intermediate School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Wentworth Intermediate School — Students at Wentworth Intermediate School score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Wentworth Intermediate School Compares
See how Wentworth Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
530 Superior Ave, Calumet City, IL 60409
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wentworth Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOLHOUSE (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Hammond), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST CASIMIR SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Hammond), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln Elem School (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Calumet City, see our Calumet City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wentworth Jr High School Calumet City | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Thornton Fractnl No High School Calumet City | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Lincoln Elem School Calumet City | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Wilson Elementary School Calumet City | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Caroline Sibley Elem School Calumet City | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Carol Moseley Braun School Calumet City | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Burnham Elem School Burnham | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| School of Fine Arts Calumet City | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Creative Communications Acad Calumet City | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| S T E M Academy Calumet City | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Hammond Academy of Science & Tech Hammond | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Hoover Elem School Calumet City | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| New Beginnings Learning Academy South Holland | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOLHOUSE Hammond | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Henry W Eggers Middle School Hammond | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Schrum Memorial School Calumet City | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Clay Elem School Chicago | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Kenwood Elementary School Hammond | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| ST CASIMIR SCHOOL Hammond | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Hammond | 1.9 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60409 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,991
Median Home Value
$133,600
Median Rent
$1,138/mo
Population
35,253
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
55.9%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arthur Froberg Elem School Rockford, IL | 4.5 |
| Ashe Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.5 |
| Blackhawk Elem School Freeport, IL | 4.5 |
| Brown R Elem Community Acad Chicago, IL | 4.5 |
| Burr Oak Elem School Calumet Park, IL | 4.5 |
| Conklin Elem School Rockford, IL | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wentworth Intermediate School
What grades does Wentworth Intermediate School serve?
Wentworth Intermediate School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Wentworth Intermediate School?
Wentworth Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wentworth Intermediate School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wentworth Intermediate School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wentworth Intermediate School rank in IL?
Wentworth Intermediate School ranks #3,281 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Wentworth Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wentworth Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Wentworth Intermediate School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wentworth Intermediate School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Wentworth Intermediate School a charter school?
No, Wentworth Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wentworth Intermediate School a Title I school?
No, Wentworth Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wentworth Intermediate School?
71.8% of students at Wentworth Intermediate 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.5%
- Phone
- (708) 868-7926
Resources & Links
District
Calumet City SD 155- District Enrollment
- 984
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,501
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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