Serving 624 students in grades 7-9, Hopkins West Junior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hopkins West Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hopkins West Junior High School's student population of 624 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hopkins West Junior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hopkins West Junior High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#120 out of 1734 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
29%
12%
White
49%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopkins West Junior High School's ranking?
Hopkins West Junior High School is ranked #120 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hopkins West Junior High School often compared to?
Hopkins West Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopkins North Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Hopkins West Junior High School?
624 students attend Hopkins West Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Hopkins West Junior High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hopkins West Junior High School?
Hopkins West Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hopkins West Junior High School offer ?
Hopkins West Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Hopkins West Junior High School part of?
Hopkins West Junior High School is part of Hopkins Public School District.
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