Serving 744 students in grades 5-8, Big Hollow Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Hollow Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Big Hollow Middle School's student population of 744 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
744 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Motto
Growing confident, creative and conscientious learners.
School Rankings
Big Hollow Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Hollow Middle School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2127 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
33%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
51%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Big Hollow SD 38 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Hollow Middle School's ranking?
Big Hollow Middle School is ranked #2127 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Big Hollow Middle School often compared to?
Big Hollow Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barrington Middle School Station, Stanton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Big Hollow Middle School?
744 students attend Big Hollow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Big Hollow Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Hollow Middle School?
Big Hollow Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Big Hollow Middle School offer ?
Big Hollow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Big Hollow Middle School part of?
Big Hollow Middle School is part of Big Hollow SD 38 School District.
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