Hillsboro R-III

The Hillsboro R-III school district in Missouri operates 6 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. The district serves a predominantly white student population and offers a range of academic programs, with some variation in test scores and resource allocation across the schools.

Hillsboro High School stands out as the top-performing school in the district, ranked 101 out of 352 Missouri high schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school has a relatively low free and reduced lunch rate and spends less per student compared to the elementary and middle schools. In contrast, the Juvenile Detention Center, an alternative school with a small enrollment, spends the most per student and has a very low student-teacher ratio, reflecting the specialized nature of its program.

While the district as a whole performs well, with all schools earning a 4-star rating, there are some variations in academic achievement. Hillsboro Junior High School stands out for its strong 7th-grade Math proficiency, but 8th-grade Math scores are lower. The district serves students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, as evidenced by the range in free and reduced lunch rates, which may require tailored approaches to address the varying needs of the student population.