Serving 744 students in grades 5-8, Big Hollow Middle 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 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Hollow Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Ingleside, IL, encompassing approximately 11.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 2.3 miles and the furthest edge reaching 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Hollow Middle School's student population of 744 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
744 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Big Hollow Middle 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 Big Hollow Middle School is 0.63, 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
#2127 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
33%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
51%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Hollow Middle School's ranking?
Big Hollow Middle School is ranked #2127 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Big Hollow Middle School often compared to?
Big Hollow Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stanton School, Barrington Middle School Station by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Big Hollow Middle School?
744 students attend Big Hollow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Big Hollow Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Hollow Middle School?
Big Hollow Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Big Hollow Middle School offer ?
Big Hollow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Big Hollow Middle School part of?
Big Hollow Middle School is part of Big Hollow SD 38 School District.
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