Hopkins High School is a public high school located in Minnetonka, Minnesota, United States. Hopkins High School is part of the Hopkins School District 270.
Serving 2,003 students in grades 9-12, Hopkins High 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,003 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hopkins Senior High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Hopkins, MN, encompassing approximately 29.3 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 3.4 miles, with the furthest point reaching up to 6 miles, and most students typically have a 10-12 minute drive to school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hopkins High School's student population of 2,003 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 77% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,003 students
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Year Founded
1862
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hopkins High 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 High School is 0.68, 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
#1265 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
27%
12%
White
48%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, Silver
School Mascot
Leo (lion)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopkins High School's ranking?
Hopkins High School is ranked #1265 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hopkins High School often compared to?
Hopkins High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Louis Park Senior High School, Minnetonka Senior High 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hopkins High School?
The graduation rate of Hopkins High School is 88%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hopkins High School?
2,003 students attend Hopkins High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Hopkins High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hopkins High School?
Hopkins High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hopkins High School offer ?
Hopkins High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hopkins High School part of?
Hopkins High School is part of Hopkins Public School District.
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