Serving 224 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hillsboro Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillsboro Elementary School serves the southern part of Hillsboro, KY, covering an area of approximately 84 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hillsboro Elementary School's student population of 224 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillsboro Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#833 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
95%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro Elementary School's ranking?
Hillsboro Elementary School is ranked #833 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Hillsboro Elementary School?
224 students attend Hillsboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Hillsboro Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillsboro Elementary School?
Hillsboro Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hillsboro Elementary School offer ?
Hillsboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hillsboro Elementary School part of?
Hillsboro Elementary School is part of Fleming County School District.
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