For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 291 students in Hillsboro, TX.
The top-ranked public middle school in Hillsboro, TX is Hillsboro J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hillsboro, TX public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Texas public middle school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in Hillsboro have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Hillsboro, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillsboro J High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
210 E Walnut St
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 582-4120
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 582-4120
Gr: 7-8 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
Hill Co J J A E P
Alternative School
401 W Walnut St
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 582-9953
Hillsboro, TX 76645
(254) 582-9953
Gr: 8 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Hillsboro, TX?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Hillsboro, TX include Hillsboro J High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Hillsboro?
2 public middle schools are located in Hillsboro.
What is the racial composition of students in Hillsboro?
Hillsboro public middle schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public middle schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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