Serving 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hillsborough Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillsborough Elementary serves the entire district of Hillsborough, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 338.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 16 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsborough Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hillsborough Elementary School's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Hillsborough Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsborough Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#258 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)73%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
6%
24%
White
77%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsborough Elementary School's ranking?
Hillsborough Elementary School is ranked #258 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hillsborough Elementary School often compared to?
Hillsborough Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Park Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Hillsborough Elementary School?
435 students attend Hillsborough Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Hillsborough Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillsborough Elementary School?
Hillsborough Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hillsborough Elementary School offer ?
Hillsborough Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillsborough Elementary School part of?
Hillsborough Elementary School is part of Orange County Schools.
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