Serving 459 students in grades 2-3, Hillsboro Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillsboro Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Hillsboro school district, covering approximately 107 square miles. Most students are within a 10-15 minute drive of the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 6.1 miles and the furthest point reaching 9.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillsboro Elementary School's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillsboro Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1025 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro Elementary School's ranking?
Hillsboro Elementary School is ranked #1025 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Hillsboro Elementary School often compared to?
Hillsboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hillsboro Elementary School?
459 students attend Hillsboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hillsboro Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillsboro Elementary School?
Hillsboro Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hillsboro Elementary School offer ?
Hillsboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillsboro Elementary School part of?
Hillsboro Elementary School is part of Hillsboro R-III School District.
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