Serving 272 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Worthwoods Elementary 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Worthwoods Elementary School serves a central area in Worth, IL, covering approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 1.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Worthwoods Elementary School's student population of 272 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
272 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Worthwoods Elementary 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 Worthwoods Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#2105 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
29%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
59%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Worthwoods Elementary School's ranking?
Worthwoods Elementary School is ranked #2105 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Worthwoods Elementary School?
272 students attend Worthwoods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Worthwoods Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Worthwoods Elementary School?
Worthwoods Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Worthwoods Elementary School offer ?
Worthwoods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Worthwoods Elementary School part of?
Worthwoods Elementary School is part of Worth SD 127 School District.
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