The Hillsboro School in Helena, AL is a rural Montessori school serving co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 9th grade.
The school enrolls 27 students with a student–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 small–group learning.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
Student Body
Total Students
27 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Hillsboro School?
The application deadline for The Hillsboro School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to The Hillsboro School is Gospel Light Baptist Academy (3.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Primrose School Of Riverwoods (1.3 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Primrose School Of Riverwoods
Daycare / Preschool
501 Riverwoods Ct
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 685-1905
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 685-1905
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 117 students
5781 Roy Dr
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 685-8450
Helena, AL 35080
(205) 685-8450
3.6 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 73 students Extracurrculars: 8
Chase Learning Center And Daycare Inc.
Daycare / Preschool
330 Canyon Park Dr
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 620-1616
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 620-1616
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 56 students
Evangel Classical Christian School ![Evangel Classical Christian School Photo]( "Evangel Classical Christian School Photo")
Special Program Emphasis (Presbyterian)
423 Thompson Rd
Alabaster, AL 35007
(205) 216-0149
Alabaster, AL 35007
(205) 216-0149
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 277 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
First Baptist Church Of Alabaster
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
903 3rd Ave Nw
Alabaster, AL 35007
(205) 663-5942
Alabaster, AL 35007
(205) 663-5942
5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 122 students
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