Summary:
The city of Hinckley, Illinois is home to two schools: Hinckley-Big Rock Elementary School and Hinckley-Big Rock High School, both part of the Hinckley Big Rock CUSD 429 district. While the high school has seen fluctuations in its statewide ranking, it maintains a relatively high 4-year graduation rate and strong science proficiency. The elementary school has shown slight improvement in its ranking but struggles with overall academic proficiency rates below district and state averages, despite strong 3rd-grade English Language Arts performance.
Both schools face challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates, which can negatively impact student learning. Socioeconomic factors also play a role, with the elementary school having a higher free and reduced lunch rate compared to the high school. Spending per student is higher at the high school, though both schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios.
Overall, the Hinckley-Big Rock schools demonstrate a mix of strengths and weaknesses. While the high school has seen fluctuations in performance, the elementary school's 3rd-grade ELA proficiency is a bright spot. However, both schools have room for improvement in academic proficiency, attendance, and addressing socioeconomic disparities to ensure all students in the Hinckley-Big Rock community receive a high-quality education.
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