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Hillsboro High School
High School · Hillsboro CUSD 3
522 E Tremont St, Hillsboro, IL 62049
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,915 of 3,813
In Hillsboro
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Hillsboro CUSD 3
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Hillsboro High School
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About Hillsboro High School
Hillsboro High School is a public high school in Hillsboro, IL, part of Hillsboro CUSD 3. Hillsboro High School serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillsboro High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,915 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Hillsboro High School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Hillsboro High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
33% of students at Hillsboro High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hillsboro High School — Students at Hillsboro High School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Hillsboro High School Compares
See how Hillsboro High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
522 E Tremont St, Hillsboro, IL 62049
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillsboro High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mt Olive High School (rated 8.0/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Mount Olive), which scores notably higher. Another option is Litchfield Senior High School (rated 7.3/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Litchfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincolnwood High School (rated 7.1/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Raymond), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hillsboro, see our Hillsboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillsboro Jr High School Hillsboro | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Beckemeyer Elem School Hillsboro | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Coffeen Early Childhood Center Coffeen | 6.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Madison Park Elem School Litchfield | 8.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Litchfield Prekindergarten Litchfield | 9.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Litchfield | 9.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Litchfield Middle School Litchfield | 9.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Litchfield Senior High School Litchfield | 9.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Litchfield Elem School Litchfield | 9.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Raymond Grade School Raymond | 12.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Lincolnwood High School Raymond | 12.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Lincolnwood Jr High School Raymond | 12.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Nokomis Jr/Sr High Sch Nokomis | 14.7 mi | 6.8 |
| North Elem School Nokomis | 14.9 mi | 8.4 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nokomis | 15.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Mt Olive High School Mount Olive | 14.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Mt Olive Elementary School Mount Olive | 14.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Bond Cty Comm Unit 2 High School Greenville | 18.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Bond County CUSD 2 ECC Greenville | 18.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Greenville Jr High School Greenville | 18.1 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62049 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,767
Median Home Value
$106,600
Median Rent
$817/mo
Population
8,078
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
74.8%
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
42.4
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|---|---|
| MATER DEI HIGH SCHOOL Breese, IL | 5.0 |
| North Boone High School Poplar Grove, IL | 5.0 |
| School of Social Justice HS Chicago, IL | 5.0 |
| Sullivan High School Sullivan, IL | 5.0 |
| Walter Henri Dyett HS for Arts Chicago, IL | 5.0 |
| Anna-Jonesboro High School Anna, IL | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillsboro High School
What grades does Hillsboro High School serve?
Hillsboro High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hillsboro High School?
Hillsboro High School has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillsboro High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillsboro High School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hillsboro High School rank in IL?
Hillsboro High School ranks #2,915 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Hillsboro High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillsboro High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hillsboro High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillsboro High School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hillsboro High School a charter school?
No, Hillsboro High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillsboro High School a Title I school?
No, Hillsboro High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillsboro High School?
39.7% of students at Hillsboro High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (217) 532-2841
Resources & Links
District
Hillsboro CUSD 3- District Enrollment
- 1,539
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,362
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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