For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,650 students in Hillsboro, OH (there are 2 private schools, serving 243 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Hillsboro, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Hillsboro, OH are Hillsboro Intermediate School, Bright Elementary School and Hillsboro Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hillsboro, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Hillsboro have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Hillsboro, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillsboro Intermediate School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Us Highway 62
Hillsboro, OH 45133
(937) 393-3132
Hillsboro, OH 45133
(937) 393-3132
Gr: 4-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Bright Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6100 Fair Ridge Rd
Hillsboro, OH 45133
(937) 927-7010
Hillsboro, OH 45133
(937) 927-7010
Gr: PK-6 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Hillsboro Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
550 Us Route 62
Hillsboro, OH 45133
(937) 393-9877
Hillsboro, OH 45133
(937) 393-9877
Gr: 6-8 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Hillsboro Primary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Us Highway 62
Hillsboro, OH 45133
(937) 393-3132
Hillsboro, OH 45133
(937) 393-3132
Gr: 2-3 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Hillsboro High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
550 Us Route 62
Hillsboro, OH 45133
(937) 393-3485
Hillsboro, OH 45133
(937) 393-3485
Gr: 9-12 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
500 Us Highway 62
Hillsboro, OH 45133
(937) 393-3132
Hillsboro, OH 45133
(937) 393-3132
Gr: PK-1 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hillsboro, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in Hillsboro, OH include Hillsboro Intermediate School, Bright Elementary School and Hillsboro Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Hillsboro?
6 public schools are located in Hillsboro.
What percentage of students in Hillsboro go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Hillsboro are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hillsboro?
Hillsboro public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Hillsboro are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hillsboro include: Hillsboro Primary School vs. Bright Elementary School, Hillsboro Early Childhood Center vs. Bright Elementary School, Hillsboro Primary School vs. Hillsboro Intermediate School
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