Serving 1,050 students in grades 9-12, Hillsboro High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,050 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillsboro High's attendance zone covers the entire Hillsboro, MO school district, encompassing approximately 107 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of about 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 9.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsboro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hillsboro High School's student population of 1,050 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,050 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Hillsboro High 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 High School is 0.10, 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
#651 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
95%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro High School's ranking?
Hillsboro High School is ranked #651 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Hillsboro High School often compared to?
Hillsboro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Festus Sr. High School, Seckman Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillsboro High School?
The graduation rate of Hillsboro High School is 93%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hillsboro High School?
1,050 students attend Hillsboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Hillsboro High 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 High School?
Hillsboro High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hillsboro High School offer ?
Hillsboro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillsboro High School part of?
Hillsboro High School is part of Hillsboro R-III School District.
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