Serving 290 students in grades 7-8, Hillsboro J High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillsboro Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire Hillsboro school district, encompassing approximately 128.6 square miles. The area is located in Hillsboro, TX, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 7.3 miles to the zone's edge, which can extend up to 11.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsboro J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hillsboro J High School's student population of 290 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
290 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 Rankings
Hillsboro J High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro J 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
#1549 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro J High School's ranking?
Hillsboro J High School is ranked #1549 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hillsboro J High School often compared to?
Hillsboro J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abbott School, Bynum School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hillsboro J High School?
290 students attend Hillsboro J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Hillsboro J High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillsboro J High School?
Hillsboro J High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillsboro J High School offer ?
Hillsboro J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Hillsboro J High School part of?
Hillsboro J High School is part of Hillsboro Independent School District.
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