Clay Elem School vs Wentworth Intermediate School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clay Elem School
Chicago · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
578 students
Wentworth Intermediate School
Calumet City · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
315 students
| Measure | Clay Elem School Chicago, Illinois | Wentworth Intermediate School Calumet City, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2024 of 2,303 | #2050 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #46749 of 50,301 | #47103 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 578 | 315 |
| Enrollment | 578 | 315 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.4% | 62.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 4% |
| city | Chicago | Calumet City |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (16.7 vs 16.1).
- •Clay Elem School does better on math proficiency (13% vs 4%).
- •Clay Elem School does better on reading proficiency (16% vs 12%).
- •Wentworth Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.5% vs 82.4%).
- •Clay Elem School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 17.5).
- •Clay Elem School is the larger school with 578 students compared with 315.
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 Clay Elem School better than Wentworth Intermediate School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Clay Elem School and Wentworth Intermediate School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Calumet City in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clay Elem School: 578. Wentworth Intermediate School: 315. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clay Elem School and Wentworth Intermediate School rank in Illinois?
Clay Elem School is 2024th of 2,303 and Wentworth Intermediate School is 2050th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).