For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,077 students in Hillsboro, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hillsboro, TX are Hillsboro Elementary School and Hillsboro Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hillsboro, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Hillsboro have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Hillsboro, TX (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillsboro Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Abbott Ave
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 582-8585
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 582-8585
Gr: PK-3 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Hillsboro Intermediate School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Old Bynum Rd
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 582-4170
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 582-4170
Gr: 4-6 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Hillsboro, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
103 Country Club Rd
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 582-4130
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 582-4130
Gr: PK | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Hill County Alter (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
311 South Waco St
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 582-0963
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 582-0963
Gr: K-12
Hill County D A E P (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
311 South Waco St
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 623-4251
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 623-4251
Hill County Jjaep (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
401 W Walnut
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 854-2215
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 854-2215
Gr: 5-12
Hill County Jjaep Middle School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
402 W Walnut St
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 533-2321
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 533-2321
Gr: 6-8
Hillsboro Alternative School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
200 Line St
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 582-0963
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 582-0963
115 Jane Ln
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 582-4140
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 582-4140
Gr: K-2 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Hillsboro, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hillsboro, TX include Hillsboro Elementary School and Hillsboro Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hillsboro?
2 public elementary schools are located in Hillsboro.
What is the racial composition of students in Hillsboro?
Hillsboro public elementary schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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