Serving 217 students in grades 9-12, Hinckley-big Rock High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hinckley-Big Rock High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Hinckley, IL, encompassing approximately 89.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hinckley-big Rock High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hinckley-big Rock High School's student population of 217 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
217 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hinckley-big Rock High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hinckley-big Rock High School is 0.35, 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
#1693 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
79%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hinckley-big Rock High School's ranking?
Hinckley-big Rock High School is ranked #1693 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hinckley-big Rock High School often compared to?
Hinckley-big Rock High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hinckley-big Rock High School?
The graduation rate of Hinckley-big Rock High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Hinckley-big Rock High School?
217 students attend Hinckley-big Rock High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hinckley-big Rock High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hinckley-big Rock High School?
Hinckley-big Rock High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hinckley-big Rock High School offer ?
Hinckley-big Rock High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hinckley-big Rock High School part of?
Hinckley-big Rock High School is part of Hinckley Big Rock CUSD 429 School District.
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