HILLSBORO HIGH SCHOOL
Hillsboro High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Davidson County school district, located in Nashville, TN with about 1,210 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 56 teachers, Hillsboro High has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Hillsboro High School, located in the Green Hills area of Nashville, is a distinguished institution within the Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) district. Known for its academic rigor and inclusive environment, the school offers a diverse range of educational pathways designed to prepare students for both college and career success. It is particularly well-regarded for its robust International Baccalaureate (IB) program, which provides students with a challenging, globally-focused curriculum, alongside various Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized academy tracks.
Beyond its academic offerings, Hillsboro High is recognized for its vibrant school culture and commitment to community engagement. The school fosters a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to participate in a wide array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and numerous student-led organizations. By blending a strong tradition of academic excellence with modern, student-centered learning opportunities, Hillsboro High serves as a cornerstone of the Nashville community, dedicated to cultivating well-rounded and globally-minded graduates.
For more information, contact Hillsboro High at (615) 298-8400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Nashville, TN 37215
(615) 298-8400
HILLSBORO HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Nashville, TN with about 1,210 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Davidson County
- Total Students:
- 1,210
- Teachers:
- 56
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,210 students
- Black or African American
- 50.8%
- White
- 40.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.1%
- Asian
- 3.1%
- Two or more races
- 0.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 50.2%
- Male
- 49.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.