Hillsboro Elem

Hillsboro Elem serves 306 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in this close-knit Kansas community. With 19 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a comfortable 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.1 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #266 out of 1,298 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 80th percentile among Kansas schools.

Students show solid achievement across core subjects, with 52% scoring proficient or above in both English Language Arts and mathematics. The school's impressive 9.0 out of 10 academic score reflects its commitment to educational excellence. Hillsboro Elem draws families from a stable community where the median household income reaches $65,025 and homeownership is common, with median home values around $146,200.

The area maintains a low 6.4% poverty rate, and 35% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, indicating strong community support for education. Located at 812 East A Street in Marion County, the school sits in a remote rural setting that offers students a peaceful learning environment away from urban distractions, fostering strong community connections and allowing children to grow up knowing their neighbors and teachers well.

Located in a rural area, Hillsboro Elem may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.