Hillsboro Primary serves 429 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillsboro Primary's student population of 429 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hillsboro Primary is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Hispanic
4%
9%
White
93%
67%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hillsboro Primary often compared to?
Hillsboro Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Festus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Hillsboro Primary?
429 students attend Hillsboro Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hillsboro Primary students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillsboro Primary?
Hillsboro Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hillsboro Primary offer ?
Hillsboro Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillsboro Primary part of?
Hillsboro Primary is part of Hillsboro R-III School District.
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