The Hillsboro School (2026-27 Profile)

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The Hillsboro School

73 Elvira Rd Helena, AL 35080

Tel: (205) 864-7330

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-9
Enrollment: 27 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

The Hillsboro School in Helena, AL is a rural Montessori school serving coâ€“ed students from preâ€“kindergarten through 9th grade.
The school enrolls 27 students with a studentâ€“teacher ratio of 5:1 supported by 6 teachers.
The student body includes approximately 18% students of color, reflecting some racial diversity within the small school community.
The Hillsboro School operates as a nonsectarian program and holds memberships in Montessori and other school associations.
Located in Helena's rural area, the school offers an alternative private education option with enrollment size and ratios suited for smallâ€“group learning.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-9
Enrollment: 27 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-9

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Hillsboro School
Pre-K	10
Kind	4
2	2
3	2
4	2
5	2
7	3
9	2

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Student Body

Total Students

27 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

18%

State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.:

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other Montessori association(s)
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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