Hillsboro High School is a public high school in Hillsboro, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Hillsboro City Schools district. The mascot is the Indian. The old high school was located at 358 W Main Street until being relocated in 2009 to 550 U.S. Route 62 South.
Serving 344 students in grades 2-3, Hillsboro Primary 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillsboro Primary School serves the entire district of Hillsboro, OH, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 151.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsboro Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hillsboro Primary School's student population of 344 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Hillsboro Primary 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 Primary School is 0.22, 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
#1170 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
88%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Magenta
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro Primary School's ranking?
Hillsboro Primary School is ranked #1170 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Hillsboro Primary School often compared to?
Hillsboro Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bright Elementary School, Mt Orab Primary Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Hillsboro Primary School?
344 students attend Hillsboro Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hillsboro Primary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillsboro Primary School?
Hillsboro Primary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillsboro Primary School offer ?
Hillsboro Primary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillsboro Primary School part of?
Hillsboro Primary School is part of Hillsboro City School District.
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