Serving 319 students in grades 6-8, Hillsboro Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillsboro Jr High School's attendance zone covers the entire Hillsboro, IL school district, encompassing approximately 234.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsboro Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hillsboro Jr High School's student population of 319 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
319 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillsboro Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro Jr High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1174 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro Jr High School's ranking?
Hillsboro Jr High School is ranked #1174 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hillsboro Jr High School?
319 students attend Hillsboro Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hillsboro Jr High School students are White, 5% 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 Jr High School?
Hillsboro Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hillsboro Jr High School offer ?
Hillsboro Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hillsboro Jr High School part of?
Hillsboro Jr High School is part of Hillsboro CUSD 3 School District.
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