School Overview
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.
1,227
Total Students
68.4
Full-Time Teachers
17.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hillsboro High
Demographic Student Count
White487
Hispanic108
Black579
Asian28
Two or More22
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    579 (47.2 %)
  • White
    487 (39.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    108 (8.8 %)
  • Asian
    28 (2.3 %)
  • Two or More
    22 (1.8 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: Yes
District: Davidson County
Phone: (615)298-8400
Website: http://schools.mnps.org/hillsboro-high-school
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,227
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 68.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 327
Grade 10 306
Grade 11 322
Grade 12 272

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hillsboro High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9327
Grade 10306
Grade 11322
Grade 12272
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hillsboro High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female58847.9%
Male63952.1%
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