Best Schools in Hinckley, Illinois
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Hinckley-big Rock High School
High · Hinckley Big Rock Cusd 429. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hinckley-big Rock Elem Sch
Elementary · Hinckley Big Rock Cusd 429. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$292,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$292,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Hinckley
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hinckley-big Rock High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Hinckley-big Rock Elem Sch | 6.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $83,380
- Median home value
- $292,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Hinckley compares
Median household income
$83k
102% of Illinois median
About Schools in Hinckley, Illinois
Hinckley, Illinois is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Hinckley show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Hinckley is Hinckley-big Rock High School with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Hinckley is served by 1 school district: Hinckley Big Rock CUSD 429. These districts collectively serve 700 students.
Hinckley's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,380. The poverty rate in the area is 12.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 348 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 203 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
Schools in Hinckley
Hinckley, Illinois · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$83,380
Median Home Value
$292,600
Median Rent
$1,333/mo
Population
2,966
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Community Profile
Hinckley has a median household income of $83,380. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $292,600, with a median rent of $1,333/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.8%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Hinckley, Illinois
How many schools are in Hinckley, Illinois?
Hinckley has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hinckley, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hinckley is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Hinckley, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Hinckley on MySchoolScout is Hinckley-big Rock High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hinckley, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hinckley on MySchoolScout is Hinckley-big Rock Elem Sch with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Hinckley, Illinois?
The top-ranked high school in Hinckley on MySchoolScout is Hinckley-big Rock High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Hinckley, Illinois?
Hinckley is served by 1 school district: Hinckley Big Rock Cusd 429.
What is the education level in Hinckley, Illinois?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Hinckley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Hinckley, Illinois?
The median household income in Hinckley is approximately $83,380 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hinckley, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hinckley is 11.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hinckley, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.