For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 489 students in Hillsboro, ND.
The top-ranked public schools in Hillsboro, ND are Hillsboro Elementary School and Hillsboro High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hillsboro, ND public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the North Dakota public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Hillsboro have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Dakota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public school average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hillsboro, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillsboro Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
128 4th St Se
Hillsboro, ND 58045
(701) 636-4711
Hillsboro, ND 58045
(701) 636-4711
Gr: PK-6 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Hillsboro High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12 4th St Ne
Hillsboro, ND 58045
(701) 636-4360
Hillsboro, ND 58045
(701) 636-4360
Gr: 7-12 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hillsboro, ND?
The top-ranked public schools in Hillsboro, ND include Hillsboro Elementary School and Hillsboro High School.
How many public schools are located in Hillsboro?
2 public schools are located in Hillsboro.
What is the racial composition of students in Hillsboro?
Hillsboro public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Dakota public schools average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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