HILLSBORO J H

HILLSBORO J H is a Title I public middle school that is part of the HILLSBORO ISD school district, located in HILLSBORO, TX with about 445 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. 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 33 teachers, HILLSBORO J H has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 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.

For more information, contact HILLSBORO J H at (254) 582-4120 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

210 E WALNUT ST
HILLSBORO, TX 76645-3333
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HILLSBORO J H is a public Title I school in HILLSBORO, TX with about 445 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
HILLSBORO ISD
Total Students:
445
Teachers:
33.85
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 445 students

Hispanic/Latino
58.9%
White
24.3%
Black or African American
13.0%
Two or more races
2.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
46.7%
Male
53.3%

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.