Needs Improvement
#3671 of 3,813 schools in IL
Hickory Bend Elem School
Elementary School · Brookwood SD 167
600 E 191st Pl, Glenwood, IL 60425
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,671 of 3,813
In Glenwood
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Brookwood SD 167
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Hickory Bend Elem School
Elementary School in Glenwood · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hickory Bend Elem School
Hickory Bend Elem School is a public elementary school in Glenwood, IL, part of Brookwood SD 167. Hickory Bend Elem School serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Hickory Bend Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,671 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Hickory Bend Elem School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.3
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Hickory Bend Elem School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hickory Bend Elem School — Students at Hickory Bend Elem School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.0/10.
How Hickory Bend Elem School Compares
See how Hickory Bend Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 E 191st Pl, Glenwood, IL 60425
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hickory Bend Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wagoner Elem (rated 7.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Sauk Village), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAGLE ACADEMY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Lansing), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jefferson Elem School (rated 6.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Chicago Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glenwood, see our Glenwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brookwood Middle School Glenwood | 0.5 mi | 2.7 |
| Brookwood Jr High School Glenwood | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Medgar Evers Primary Acadmc Cntr Ford Heights | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| GLENWOOD ACADEMY Glenwood | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Wolcott School Thornton | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Cottage Grove Upper Grade Center Ford Heights | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Oak Glen Elem School Lansing | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Longwood Elem School Glenwood | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| HIGHER HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHL OF FINE ARTS Ford Heights | 2.6 mi | — |
| HIGHER HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ford Heights | 2.6 mi | — |
| Thornwood High School South Holland | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| EAGLE ACADEMY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lansing | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| THE ALPHABET CAMPUS Homewood | 2.6 mi | — |
| McKinley Elem School South Holland | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| McKinley Jr High School South Holland | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Jefferson Elem School Chicago Heights | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Greenwood Elem School South Holland | 3.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Memorial Jr High School Lansing | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| James Hart School Homewood | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Wagoner Elem Sauk Village | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60425 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,348
Median Home Value
$182,000
Median Rent
$1,639/mo
Population
8,730
College Educated
36.9%
Homeownership
78.2%
Avg Commute
31.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bushnell-Prairie City Elem Sch Bushnell, IL | 3.5 |
| C B Smith Elem School Pekin, IL | 3.5 |
| Christopher Elem School Chicago, IL | 3.5 |
| East Elementary School Zion, IL | 3.5 |
| Feitshans Elem Sch Springfield, IL | 3.5 |
| Garvey M Elem School Chicago, IL | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hickory Bend Elem School
What grades does Hickory Bend Elem School serve?
Hickory Bend Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Hickory Bend Elem School?
Hickory Bend Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hickory Bend Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hickory Bend Elem School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hickory Bend Elem School rank in IL?
Hickory Bend Elem School ranks #3,671 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Hickory Bend Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hickory Bend Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hickory Bend Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hickory Bend Elem School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hickory Bend Elem School a charter school?
No, Hickory Bend Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hickory Bend Elem School a Title I school?
No, Hickory Bend Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hickory Bend Elem School?
62.6% of students at Hickory Bend Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 270
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (708) 758-4520
Resources & Links
District
Brookwood SD 167- District Enrollment
- 1,025
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,394
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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