Serving 235 students in grades 7-12, Hillsboro High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is equal to the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillsboro High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Hillsboro, ND, encompassing approximately 273.4 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive to the school of 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 10.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsboro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hillsboro High School's student population of 235 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
235 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Burros
School Rankings
Hillsboro High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#269 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro High School's ranking?
Hillsboro High School is ranked #269 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillsboro High School?
The graduation rate of Hillsboro High School is 90%, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Hillsboro High School?
235 students attend Hillsboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hillsboro High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillsboro High School?
Hillsboro High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Hillsboro High School offer ?
Hillsboro High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hillsboro High School part of?
Hillsboro High School is part of Hillsboro 9 School District.
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