Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hillsboro Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillsboro Elementary serves the southeast part of Hillsboro, TN, encompassing an area of approximately 112.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 6.9 miles and the furthest edge reaching 8.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hillsboro Elementary School's student population of 424 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillsboro Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#819 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
2%
20%
White
86%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 School's ranking?
Hillsboro Elementary School is ranked #819 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Hillsboro Elementary School often compared to?
Hillsboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwood Elementary School, College Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Hillsboro Elementary School?
424 students attend Hillsboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Hillsboro Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Hillsboro Elementary School offer ?
Hillsboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillsboro Elementary School part of?
Hillsboro Elementary School is part of Coffee County School District.
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