Serving 422 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hillsborough Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hillsborough Elementary School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillsborough Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 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 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#393 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
8%
25%
White
77%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #393 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Hillsborough Elementary School?
422 students attend Hillsborough Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Hillsborough Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillsborough Elementary School?
Hillsborough Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillsborough Elementary School offer ?
Hillsborough Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hillsborough Elementary School part of?
Hillsborough Elementary School is part of Orange County Schools School District.
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