School Overview
Hinckley-Big Rock Elementary School, located in Hinckley, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Hinckley-Big Rock Community Unit School District 429. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in the primary grades, emphasizing both core academic development and the social-emotional growth of its pupils. By maintaining a focus on personalized instruction and community involvement, the school aims to provide a strong start for its students as they begin their educational journey.

Beyond the classroom, the school is deeply integrated into the small-town fabric of Hinckley, often prioritizing close-knit partnerships between educators, students, and parents. The curriculum is designed to meet state standards while encouraging curiosity and critical thinking, supported by a staff committed to student achievement. As part of a smaller district, the school benefits from a focused educational approach that allows for individualized attention, helping students build the essential skills and character traits necessary for success as they transition to the district's middle and high school programs.
337
Total Students
26.7
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hinckley-Big Rock Elem Sch
Demographic Student Count
White276
Hispanic43
Black7
Two or More11
  • White
    276 (81.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    43 (12.8 %)
  • Two or More
    11 (3.3 %)
  • Black
    7 (2.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Hinckley Big Rock CUSD 429
Phone: (815)286-3400
Website: http://www.hbr429.org/Domain/61
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 337
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 35
Kindergarten 48
Grade 1 50
Grade 2 47
Grade 3 52
Grade 4 61
Grade 5 44

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hinckley-Big Rock Elem Sch
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten35
Kindergarten48
Grade 150
Grade 247
Grade 352
Grade 461
Grade 544
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hinckley-Big Rock Elem Sch
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16248.1%
Male17551.9%