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Worthwoods Elem School
Elementary School · Worth SD 127
11000 S Oketo Ave, Worth, IL 60482
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,462 of 3,813
In Worth
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Worth SD 127
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Worthwoods Elem School
Elementary School in Worth · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Worthwoods Elem School
Worthwoods Elem School is a public elementary school in Worth, IL, part of Worth SD 127. Worthwoods Elem School serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Worthwoods Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,462 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Worthwoods Elem School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Worthwoods Elem School — Students at Worthwoods Elem School score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.2%
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: 4.8/10.
How Worthwoods Elem School Compares
See how Worthwoods Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11000 S Oketo Ave, Worth, IL 60482
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Worthwoods Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Ridge Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Palos Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Palos East Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Palos Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Navajo Heights Elem School (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Palos Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Worth, see our Worth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Worth Jr High School Worth | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| KORAES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palos Hills | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Worth Elem School Worth | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Dr Kenneth M Sorrick School Palos Hills | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Amos Alonzo Stagg High School Palos Hills | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| BOBBIE NOONANS CHILD CARE Palos Hills | 1.2 mi | — |
| CHICAGO CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Palos Heights | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| TRUSTING HEARTS PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Palos Heights | 1.9 mi | — |
| H H Conrady Jr High School Hickory Hills | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| ST ALEXANDER SCHOOL Palos Heights | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Navajo Heights Elem School Palos Heights | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Palos East Elementary School Palos Heights | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Elden D Finley Jr High School Chicago Ridge | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Ernest F Kolb Elem School Oak Lawn | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Ridge Central Elem School Chicago Ridge | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| UNIVERSAL SCHOOL Bridgeview | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Oak Ridge Elem School Palos Hills | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Dorn Elementary School Hickory Hills | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Simmons Middle School Oak Lawn | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| George W Lieb Elem School Bridgeview | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60482 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,398
Median Home Value
$216,800
Median Rent
$1,156/mo
Population
10,878
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
65.5%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.3%
Median Age
39.3
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| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Breese, IL | 5.6 |
| Black Hawk Elem School Springfield, IL | 5.6 |
| Brown W Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.6 |
| Chateaux School Hazel Crest, IL | 5.6 |
| Ericson Elem Scholastic Academy Chicago, IL | 5.6 |
| Evelyn Alexander School North Chicago, IL | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Worthwoods Elem School
What grades does Worthwoods Elem School serve?
Worthwoods Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Worthwoods Elem School?
Worthwoods Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Worthwoods Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Worthwoods Elem School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Worthwoods Elem School rank in IL?
Worthwoods Elem School ranks #2,462 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Worthwoods Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Worthwoods Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Worthwoods Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Worthwoods Elem School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Worthwoods Elem School a charter school?
No, Worthwoods Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Worthwoods Elem School a Title I school?
No, Worthwoods Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Worthwoods Elem School?
77.2% of students at Worthwoods 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
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.0%
- Phone
- (708) 448-2802
Resources & Links
District
Worth SD 127- District Enrollment
- 1,029
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,679
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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