Serving 315 students in grades 3-5, Wentworth Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wentworth Intermediate School serves the entire district of Calumet City, IL, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most students are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wentworth Intermediate School's student population of 315 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Never Ends!
School Rankings
Wentworth Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wentworth Intermediate School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3490 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
37%
29%
Black
57%
16%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wentworth Intermediate School's ranking?
Wentworth Intermediate School is ranked #3490 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Wentworth Intermediate School?
315 students attend Wentworth Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Wentworth Intermediate School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wentworth Intermediate School?
Wentworth Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wentworth Intermediate School offer ?
Wentworth Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Wentworth Intermediate School part of?
Wentworth Intermediate School is part of Calumet City SD 155 School District.
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