Serving 472 students in grades 6-8, Hillsboro Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillsboro Middle School serves the entire district of Hillsboro, OH, covering an area of approximately 151.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsboro Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hillsboro Middle School's student population of 472 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
472 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Hillsboro Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1082 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
87%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
30.8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro Middle School's ranking?
Hillsboro Middle School is ranked #1082 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Hillsboro Middle School often compared to?
Hillsboro Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lynchburg-clay Middle School, Whiteoak Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Hillsboro Middle School?
472 students attend Hillsboro Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hillsboro Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillsboro Middle School?
Hillsboro Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillsboro Middle School offer ?
Hillsboro Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillsboro Middle School part of?
Hillsboro Middle School is part of Hillsboro City School District.
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