Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School's student population of 537 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#110 out of 1721 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
1%
21%
White
90%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School's ranking?
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School is ranked #110 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School?
537 students attend Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School?
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School offer ?
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School part of?
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School is part of Williamson County School District.
School Reviews
5 6/30/2018
This school has taught me so many things. The teachers are so nice, and everyone tries their best to make the environment super fun and friendly.
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