Serving 682 students in grades 4-6, Hillsboro Middle Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillsboro Middle Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Hillsboro, MO school district, spanning approximately 107 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 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 Middle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hillsboro Middle Elementary School's student population of 682 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
682 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together: Inspiring, Empowering, Educating.
School Rankings
Hillsboro Middle Elementary 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 Middle Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#902 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro Middle Elementary School's ranking?
Hillsboro Middle Elementary School is ranked #902 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hillsboro Middle Elementary School?
682 students attend Hillsboro Middle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hillsboro Middle Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillsboro Middle Elementary School?
Hillsboro Middle Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hillsboro Middle Elementary School offer ?
Hillsboro Middle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillsboro Middle Elementary School part of?
Hillsboro Middle Elementary School is part of Hillsboro R-III School District.
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