Burnham Elem School vs Wentworth Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burnham Elem School
Burnham · Public elementary · Grades K–8
141 students
Wentworth Jr High School
Calumet City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
302 students
| Measure | Burnham Elem School Burnham, Illinois | Wentworth Jr High School Calumet City, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2205 of 2,303 | #504 of 670 |
| National rank | #48827 of 50,301 | #12196 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 141 | 302 |
| Enrollment | 141 | 302 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95% | 56.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 13% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 16% |
| city | Burnham | Calumet City |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wentworth Jr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.6 vs 12.1).
- •Wentworth Jr High School does better on math proficiency (16% vs 7.5%).
- •Wentworth Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (13% vs 12%).
- •Wentworth Jr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.6% vs 95%).
- •Wentworth Jr High School does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 14.1).
- •Wentworth Jr High School is the larger school with 302 students compared with 141.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Burnham Elem School better than Wentworth Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Wentworth Jr High School ranks higher (28.6 vs 12.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Burnham Elem School and Wentworth Jr High School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Burnham and Calumet City in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burnham Elem School: 141. Wentworth Jr High School: 302. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burnham Elem School and Wentworth Jr High School rank in Illinois?
Burnham Elem School is 2205th of 2,303 and Wentworth Jr High School is 504th of 670 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).