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Wentworth JR High School
Middle School · Calumet City SD 155
560 Superior Ave, Calumet City, IL 60409
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,633 of 3,813
In Calumet City
#7 of 12
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Calumet City SD 155
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Wentworth JR High School
Middle School in Calumet City · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wentworth JR High School
Wentworth JR High School is a public middle school in Calumet City, IL, part of Calumet City SD 155. Wentworth JR High School serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wentworth JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,633 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Wentworth JR High School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Wentworth JR High 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.
38% of students at Wentworth JR High 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 JR High School — Students at Wentworth JR High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.9%
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: 6.3/10.
How Wentworth JR High School Compares
See how Wentworth JR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
560 Superior Ave, Calumet City, IL 60409
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wentworth JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. S T E M Academy (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is School of Fine Arts (rated 6.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Creative Communications Acad (rated 5.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Calumet City, see our Calumet City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wentworth Intermediate School Calumet City | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Thornton Fractnl No High School Calumet City | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Lincoln Elem School Calumet City | 0.8 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 | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Hoover Elem School Calumet City | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| 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 |
| Burnham Elem School Burnham | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOLHOUSE Hammond | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| New Beginnings Learning Academy South Holland | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Henry W Eggers Middle School Hammond | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Schrum Memorial School Calumet City | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Kenwood Elementary School Hammond | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| ST CASIMIR SCHOOL Hammond | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Clay Elem School Chicago | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Hammond | 2.0 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 |
|---|---|
| Edison Jr High School Rock Island, IL | 5.4 |
| Floyd Henson Jr High Sch Flora, IL | 5.4 |
| Northlake Middle School Northlake, IL | 5.4 |
| Parkside Middle School Peru, IL | 5.4 |
| Sauk Elem School Richton Park, IL | 5.4 |
| West Oak Middle School Mundelein, IL | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wentworth JR High School
What grades does Wentworth JR High School serve?
Wentworth JR High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Wentworth JR High School?
Wentworth JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wentworth JR High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wentworth JR High School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wentworth JR High School rank in IL?
Wentworth JR High School ranks #2,633 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Wentworth JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wentworth JR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 JR High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wentworth JR High School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Wentworth JR High School a charter school?
No, Wentworth JR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wentworth JR High School a Title I school?
No, Wentworth JR High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wentworth JR High School?
63.9% of students at Wentworth JR High 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.0%
- Phone
- (708) 862-0750
Resources & Links
District
Calumet City SD 155- District Enrollment
- 984
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,501
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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