Serving 523 students in grades 2-4, Big Hollow Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Hollow Elementary School's student population of 523 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
523 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Big Hollow Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Hollow Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1298 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)28%
28%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%

Hispanic
31%
28%

Black
5%
16%

White
55%
45%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Hollow Elementary School's ranking?
Big Hollow Elementary School is ranked #1298 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Big Hollow Elementary School often compared to?
Big Hollow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chesak Elementary School, Big Hollow Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Big Hollow Elementary School?
523 students attend Big Hollow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Big Hollow Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Big Hollow Elementary School?
Big Hollow Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Big Hollow Elementary School offer ?
Big Hollow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Big Hollow Elementary School part of?
Big Hollow Elementary School is part of Big Hollow SD 38 School District.
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