Serving 203 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 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- 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%)
- 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:
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Attribute
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Community Size
School Overview
Hinckley-big Rock High School's student population of 203 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
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 0.31, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
14%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Hinckley-big Rock High School?
203 students attend Hinckley-big Rock High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Hinckley-big Rock High School students are White, 14% 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 10:1, 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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