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Very Good

#445 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 25% in state

Hillsboro Elementary

Elementary School · Coffee County

284 Winchester HWY, Hillsboro, TN 37342

Enrollment

400

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#445 of 1,786

In district

#4 of 10

Coffee County

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Hillsboro Elementary

7.6/10

Elementary School in Hillsboro · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Coffee County Central High School

5.4/10

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5.2/10

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About Hillsboro Elementary

Hillsboro Elementary is a public elementary school in Hillsboro, TN, part of Coffee County. Hillsboro Elementary serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillsboro Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #445 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Hillsboro Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Hillsboro Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+9.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.4 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,597
Chronic Absenteeism15%

Hillsboro Elementary — Students at Hillsboro Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 40.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
30%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
52.1%
ELA
23.4%
2025
Math
49%
ELA
37.4%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Hillsboro Elementary Compares

See how Hillsboro Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
75th percentile in TN
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

284 Winchester HWY, Hillsboro, TN 37342

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hillsboro Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sewanee Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Sewanee), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Coffee Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Manchester), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hickerson Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Tullahoma), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hillsboro, see our Hillsboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Coffee County Central High School Manchester 7.3 mi 5.4
Coffee County Virtual Academy Manchester 8.0 mi 5.2
College Street Elementary Manchester 7.8 mi 7.4
Coffee County Raider Academy Manchester 8.0 mi 4.7
East Coffee Elementary Manchester 9.0 mi 8.2
Pelham Elementary Pelham 8.5 mi 7.1
Westwood Elementary Manchester 8.1 mi 7.9
Westwood Middle School Manchester 8.2 mi 6.9
TEMPLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Manchester 9.2 mi 6.3
Coffee County Middle School Manchester 10.4 mi 6.3
New Union Elementary Manchester 10.5 mi 7.1
Hickerson Elementary Tullahoma 9.4 mi 8.1
Morrison Elementary Morrison 13.8 mi 7.5
ST ANDREW'S-SEWANEE SCHOOL Sewanee 14.0 mi 7.7
Sewanee Elementary Sewanee 14.9 mi 9.4
Rock Creek Elementary Estill Springs 13.6 mi 4.9
Monteagle Elementary Monteagle 14.2 mi 5.8
Decherd Elementary Decherd 14.8 mi 4.4
North Middle School Winchester 14.7 mi 3.9
East Lincoln Elementary Tullahoma 13.1 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37342 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,471

Median Home Value

$223,900

Population

3,759

College Educated

18.8%

Homeownership

82.8%

Poverty Rate

18.3%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hillsboro Elementary

What grades does Hillsboro Elementary serve?

Hillsboro Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Hillsboro Elementary?

Hillsboro Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillsboro Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Hillsboro Elementary is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hillsboro Elementary rank in TN?

Hillsboro Elementary ranks #445 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Hillsboro Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Hillsboro Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillsboro Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hillsboro Elementary a charter school?

No, Hillsboro Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hillsboro Elementary a Title I school?

No, Hillsboro Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Coffee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

District

Coffee County
District Enrollment
4,376
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,597
District Rank
#4 of 10

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