Serving 332 students in grades 6-8, Hillsboro Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillsboro Jr High School's student population of 332 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillsboro Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro Jr High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1476 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
94%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro Jr High School's ranking?
Hillsboro Jr High School is ranked #1476 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Hillsboro Jr High School?
332 students attend Hillsboro Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hillsboro Jr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillsboro Jr High School?
Hillsboro Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillsboro Jr High School offer ?
Hillsboro Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hillsboro Jr High School part of?
Hillsboro Jr High School is part of Hillsboro CUSD 3 School District.
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