Serving 232 students in grades 7-12, Hillsboro High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 20% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsboro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hillsboro High School's student population of 232 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillsboro High School ranks within the top 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#206 out of 461 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
2%
5%
White
88%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro High School's ranking?
Hillsboro High School is ranked #206 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillsboro High School?
The graduation rate of Hillsboro High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hillsboro High School?
232 students attend Hillsboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hillsboro High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillsboro High School?
Hillsboro High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillsboro High School offer ?
Hillsboro High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillsboro High School part of?
Hillsboro High School is part of Hillsboro 9 School District.
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