Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School's student population of 501 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#132 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School's ranking?
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School is ranked #132 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School?
501 students attend Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School?
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School offer ?
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School part of?
Hillsboro Elementary/ Middle School is part of Williamson County School District.
School Reviews
5 6/30/2018
This school has taught me so many things. The teachers are so nice, and everyone tries their best to make the environment super fun and friendly.
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