WORTH JR HIGH SCHOOL

Worth Jr High School is a public middle school that is part of the Worth SD 127 school district, located in Worth, IL with about 387 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. With about 26 teachers, Worth Jr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Worth Junior High School, located at 11151 S. New England in Worth, Illinois, serves as a central educational hub for students in the local community. As a middle school facility within the Worth School District 127, the institution is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and emotional development needs of early adolescents. The school emphasizes a structured learning environment that prepares students for the rigors of secondary education while fostering a sense of community engagement.

The school is well-integrated into the Village of Worth, maintaining a commitment to small-town values while providing a comprehensive curriculum. In addition to core academic subjects, the junior high environment typically encourages student participation in extracurricular activities, athletics, and various school programs designed to encourage personal growth. By prioritizing student success and collaborative partnerships with families, Worth Junior High serves as a key pillar in the local educational system, helping to shape the foundational skills and character of its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Worth Jr High School at (708) 448-2803 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

11151 S New England
Worth, IL 60482-1808
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WORTH JR HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Worth, IL with about 387 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Worth SD 127
Total Students:
387
Teachers:
26
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 387 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WORTH JR HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.

White
71.1%
Hispanic/Latino
14.7%
Two or more races
10.3%
Black or African American
2.1%
Asian
1.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
55.0%
Male
45.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.