Serving 866 students in grades 6-8, Hopkins North Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 866 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hopkins North Junior High serves the northeast part of Hopkins, MN, covering an attendance area of approximately 14.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hopkins North Middle School's student population of 866 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
866 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Rankings
Hopkins North Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hopkins North Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#967 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
19%
12%
White
54%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopkins North Middle School's ranking?
Hopkins North Middle School is ranked #967 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hopkins North Middle School often compared to?
Hopkins North Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopkins West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hopkins North Middle School?
866 students attend Hopkins North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Hopkins North Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hopkins North Middle School?
Hopkins North Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hopkins North Middle School offer ?
Hopkins North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hopkins North Middle School part of?
Hopkins North Middle School is part of Hopkins Public School District.
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