Serving 482 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School's student population of 482 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#132 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
45%
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 #132 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School often compared to?
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Hay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School?
482 students attend Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School offer ?
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School part of?
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School is part of Williamson County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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