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Best Schools in Hillsboro, Texas

8 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other

Public: 6
Private: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 8.1/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Hillsboro by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Hillsboro EL

9.2/10

Elementary · Hillsboro ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Hillsboro J H

8.7/10

Middle · Hillsboro ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Real test data94th percentile Open profile

Hillsboro Int

7.9/10

Middle · Hillsboro ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Real test data81th percentile Open profile

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Hillsboro for 2026 are Hillsboro EL (9.2/10), Hillsboro J H (8.7/10), and Hillsboro Int (7.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

8

6 public · 2 private

Avg Score

8.1

out of 10

Median Home

$154,800

home value · ACS

Districts

2

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Hillsboro EL

STAAR proficiency rose +21.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Hillsboro schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Hillsboro

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Hillsboro EL 9.2 / 10
2 Hillsboro J H 8.7 / 10
3 Hillsboro Int 7.9 / 10
4 Hillsboro H S 6.5 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
8.1/10

75% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$61,792

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$154,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
19%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
23 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
65%

Of occupied housing units

How Hillsboro compares

Texas rank

#52 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.8

above Texas avg (6.3)

Median household income

$62k

83% of Texas median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Hillsboro, Texas

Hillsboro, Texas is home to 8 schools, including 6 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in Hillsboro perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Hillsboro is Hillsboro EL with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Hillsboro is served by 2 school districts: HILLSBORO ISD, MOUNT CALM ISD. These districts collectively serve 2,088 students.

Hillsboro's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,792. The poverty rate in the area is 15.8%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (8) Elementary (3) Middle (2) High (1)
Filter by Type: All Types (8) Public (6) Private (2)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (8) Academics (4) Growth (4) Diversity (4) Resources (4)
Filter by ZIP: 76645 (8)

Elementary Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1
Hillsboro EL
614 students · Pre-K–3rd 		9.2
Private Schools 2 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
First Baptist Christian School Private
15 students · Pre-K–1st 		—
2
First Baptist Christian S Hillsboro Private
14 students · Pre-K–1st 		—

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Hillsboro J H
274 students · 7th–8th 		8.7
2
Hillsboro Int
440 students · 4th–6th 		7.9

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Hillsboro H S
597 students · 9th–12th 		6.5

Other Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
Hill Co J J a E P
4 students · 9th–11th 		—
2
Hill County Jjaep
1 students · 10th–10th 		—

Schools in Hillsboro

Hillsboro, Texas · 8 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$61,792

Median Home Value

$154,800

Median Rent

$941/mo

Population

11,321

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

15.8%

Community Profile

Hillsboro has a median household income of $61,792. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $154,800, with a median rent of $941/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.8%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Texas
Elementary
3
Middle
2
High
1
Other
2

Resources

🔍 Google "Hillsboro schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Hillsboro 📊 Niche Hillsboro Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School Districts (2)

HILLSBORO ISD

5 schools · 1,929 students

MOUNT CALM ISD

2 schools · 159 students

Nearby Cities

Itasca (4 schools)
9 mi
Abbott (1 school)
9 mi
Bynum (1 school)
8 mi
Aquilla (1 school)
12 mi
West (4 schools)
14 mi
Whitney (4 schools)
12 mi
Milford (1 school)
13 mi
Covington (1 school)
15 mi
Penelope (1 school)
15 mi
Malone (1 school)
15 mi
Grandview (3 schools)
18 mi
Italy (2 schools)
19 mi
Blum (1 school)
18 mi
Frost (2 schools)
19 mi
Maypearl (4 schools)
22 mi

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How we rate schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Hillsboro, Texas

How many schools are in Hillsboro, Texas?

Hillsboro has 8 schools, including 6 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Hillsboro, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hillsboro is 8.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Hillsboro, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Hillsboro on MySchoolScout is Hillsboro EL with a composite score of 9.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Hillsboro, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Hillsboro on MySchoolScout is Hillsboro EL with a composite score of 9.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Hillsboro, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Hillsboro on MySchoolScout is Hillsboro J H with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best high school in Hillsboro, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Hillsboro on MySchoolScout is Hillsboro H S with a composite score of 6.5/10.

How many school districts serve Hillsboro, Texas?

Hillsboro is served by 2 school districts: Hillsboro ISD, Mount Calm ISD.

What is the education level in Hillsboro, Texas?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Hillsboro have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Hillsboro, Texas?

The median household income in Hillsboro is approximately $61,792 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Hillsboro, Texas?

Yes, Hillsboro has 2 private schools alongside 6 public schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Hillsboro, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hillsboro is 10.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hillsboro, Texas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.