Hillsboro High School is a public high school located in the city of Hillsboro, Texas, United States and classified as a 4A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is a part of the Hillsboro Independent School District located in central Hill County.
Serving 616 students in grades 9-12, Hillsboro High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillsboro High School serves the entire Hillsboro, TX district, encompassing an area of approximately 128.6 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 11.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsboro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hillsboro High School's student population of 616 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
616 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillsboro High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2645 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
64%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
22%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro High School's ranking?
Hillsboro High School is ranked #2645 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hillsboro High School often compared to?
Hillsboro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abbott School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillsboro High School?
The graduation rate of Hillsboro High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hillsboro High School?
616 students attend Hillsboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Hillsboro High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillsboro High School?
Hillsboro High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillsboro High School offer ?
Hillsboro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hillsboro High School part of?
Hillsboro High School is part of Hillsboro Independent School District.
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