HINCKLEY-BIG ROCK MIDDLE SCHOOL

Hinckley-Big Rock Middle Sch is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Hinckley Big Rock CUSD 429 school district, located in Big Rock, IL with about 159 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 15 teachers, Hinckley-Big Rock Middle Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Hinckley-Big Rock Middle School (HBRMS), located in Big Rock, Illinois, serves as a vital component of the Hinckley-Big Rock Community Unit School District 429. As a smaller, community-centered school, it focuses on bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, providing students in the middle grades with a supportive environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The school prides itself on a close-knit atmosphere where staff are committed to fostering individualized learning and preparing students for the rigors of secondary education.

Beyond the classroom, HBRMS encourages student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities and programs designed to build character and leadership skills. By maintaining a strong partnership between parents, educators, and the surrounding rural community, the school works to create a well-rounded educational experience. Its location in Big Rock reflects its role as a cornerstone of the local district, dedicated to cultivating a safe, inclusive, and challenging learning environment that helps every student reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Hinckley-Big Rock Middle Sch at (630) 556-4190 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.