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.
297
Total Students
24.8
Full-Time Teachers
12.0
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
White240
Hispanic40
Black5
Asian2
Two or More10
  • White
    240 (80.8%)
  • Hispanic
    40 (13.5%)
  • Two or More
    10 (3.4%)
  • Black
    5 (1.7%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.7%)
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 - 4th
Total Students: 297
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 40
Kindergarten 53
Grade 1 51
Grade 2 52
Grade 3 51
Grade 4 50

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hinckley-Big Rock Elem Sch
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten40
Kindergarten53
Grade 151
Grade 252
Grade 351
Grade 450
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hinckley-Big Rock Elem Sch
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13144.1%
Male16655.9%