Serving 220 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hillsboro Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillsboro Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Hillsboro, WI, covering approximately 141.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillsboro Elementary School's student population of 220 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
220 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Hillsboro Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#995 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
White
83%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro Elementary School's ranking?
Hillsboro Elementary School is ranked #995 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Hillsboro Elementary School?
220 students attend Hillsboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hillsboro Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hillsboro Elementary School offer ?
Hillsboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hillsboro Elementary School part of?
Hillsboro Elementary School is part of Hillsboro School District.
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