For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 6,521 students in Hillsboro, MO (there are 2 private schools, serving 176 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Hillsboro, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Hillsboro, MO are Grandview Elementary School, Hillsboro High School and Grandview High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hillsboro, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Hillsboro have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Hillsboro, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Grandview Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11470 Hwy C
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 944-3291
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 944-3291
Grades: PK-4
| 227 students
Rank: #22.
Hillsboro High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
123 Leon Hall Pkwy
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 789-0010
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 789-0010
Grades: 9-12
| 1,124 students
Rank: #33.
Grandview High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11470 Hwy C
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 944-3390
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 944-3390
Grades: 9-12
| 236 students
Rank: #44.
Hillsboro Middle Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10478 Business 21
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 789-0030
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 789-0030
Grades: 5-6
| 447 students
Rank: #55.
Hillsboro Jr. High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12 Hawk Dr
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 789-0020
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 789-0020
Grades: 7-8
| 500 students
Rank: #66.
Hillsboro Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13 Hawk Dr
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 789-0040
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 789-0040
Grades: 3-4
| 467 students
Rank: #77.
Grandview Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11470 Hwy C
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 944-3931
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 944-3931
Grades: 5-8
| 152 students
Rank: #88.
Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9501 Goldfinch Lane
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 797-6394
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 797-6394
Grades: 1-12
| 11 students
Rank: n/an/a
101 Leon Hall Pkwy
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 789-0050
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 789-0050
Grades: K-2
| 681 students
Rank: n/an/a
10434 State Rd Bb
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 797-9813
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 797-9813
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Jefferson College
Vocational School
1000 Viking Drive
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 789-3000
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 789-3000
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
11470 Hwy C
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 944-3941
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 944-3941
Grades: K-12
| 2,652 students
Rank: n/an/a
5 Merchants Dr
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 797-5266
Hillsboro, MO 63050
(636) 797-5266
Grades: 6-12
| 24 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hillsboro, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Hillsboro, MO include Grandview Elementary School, Hillsboro High School and Grandview High School.
How many public schools are located in Hillsboro?
13 public schools are located in Hillsboro.
What percentage of students in Hillsboro go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Hillsboro are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hillsboro?
Hillsboro public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Hillsboro are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hillsboro include: Grandview High School vs. Hillsboro High School
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