Serving 216 students in grades 5-8, Hinckley-big Rock Middle School ranks in the top 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 15% 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: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hinckley-Big Rock Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district, serving the area of Big Rock, IL, and spans approximately 89.6 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest point of 11.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hinckley-big Rock Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hinckley-big Rock Middle School's student population of 216 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
216 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hinckley-big Rock Middle 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 Middle School is 0.27, 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
#1133 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
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 Middle School's ranking?
Hinckley-big Rock Middle School is ranked #1133 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hinckley-big Rock Middle School?
216 students attend Hinckley-big Rock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hinckley-big Rock Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hinckley-big Rock Middle School?
Hinckley-big Rock Middle 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 Middle School offer ?
Hinckley-big Rock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Hinckley-big Rock Middle School part of?
Hinckley-big Rock Middle School is part of Hinckley Big Rock CUSD 429 School District.
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