School Overview
Hillsboro Junior High School is a public middle school serving students in the Hillsboro Independent School District in Hillsboro, Texas. Located on East Walnut Street, the school serves as a transition point for students in the district, focusing on bridging the gap between elementary education and the more rigorous academic environment of Hillsboro High School. Like many junior high institutions, it typically emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that includes core academic subjects, elective courses, and extracurricular activities designed to support the social and emotional growth of early adolescents.

As part of the Hillsboro ISD, the school operates under the district’s mission to provide equitable opportunities and academic preparation for its diverse student body. The school community benefits from the resources provided by the broader district, which focuses on community engagement and preparing students for future success in higher education or the workforce. For parents and community members seeking detailed information regarding the school calendar, district policies, or specific academic programs, the official district website at [www.hillsboroisd.org](http://www.hillsboroisd.org) serves as the primary hub for administrative resources and school-related announcements.
290
Total Students
24.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HILLSBORO J H
Demographic Student Count
White59
Hispanic186
Black28
Asian3
Two or More14
  • Hispanic
    186 (64.1%)
  • White
    59 (20.3%)
  • Black
    28 (9.7%)
  • Two or More
    14 (4.8%)
  • Asian
    3 (1.0%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: HILLSBORO ISD
Phone: (254)582-4120
Website: http://www.hillsboroisd.org
Grade Range: 7th - 8th
Total Students: 290
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 211
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Grade 7 148
Grade 8 142

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HILLSBORO J H
Grade Student Count
Grade 7148
Grade 8142
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HILLSBORO J H
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13747.2%
Male15352.8%