Hillsboro Charter Academy

Hillsboro Charter Academy is a K–5 charter school in Purcellville, Virginia, enrolling 144 students with a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. It earns a composite score of 9.1/10, rated Exceptional — a result built on an 8.3 academic score and a near-perfect 9.6 growth score. That growth figure signals that students here advance quickly year over year, not just score well on a single measure.

The state-level rankings are among the strongest in Virginia. Hillsboro Charter places #19 of 1,147 elementary schools in the state and #33 of 1,850 public schools statewide, outperforming 98% of all Virginia schools. Both the elementary-school ranking and the broader all-public comparison land in the same place: the top 2% statewide.

Within Purcellville, the school ranks third of seven. Small enrollment is an asset. With 144 students spread across six grade levels, a 16:1 ratio functions as intended — teachers know where individual students stand and can catch learning gaps before they compound.

For families evaluating elementary programs in the Purcellville area, this school delivers high academic scores and exceptional student growth in a focused, manageable setting.

With an enrollment of 144 students, Hillsboro Charter Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Hillsboro Charter Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.

Located in a rural area, Hillsboro Charter Academy 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.