Serving 274 students in grades 7-8, Hillsboro J High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsboro J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Hillsboro J High School's student population of 274 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 23, 2026
School Rankings
Hillsboro J High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro J High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1549 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
57%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
25%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro J High School's ranking?
Hillsboro J High School is ranked #1549 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hillsboro J High School often compared to?
Hillsboro J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abbott School, Bynum School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hillsboro J High School?
274 students attend Hillsboro J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Hillsboro J High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillsboro J High School?
Hillsboro J High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillsboro J High School offer ?
Hillsboro J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Hillsboro J High School part of?
Hillsboro J High School is part of Hillsboro Independent School District.
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