Serving 574 students in grades 6-8, Hopkins West 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 33% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hopkins West Middle School's student population of 574 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Reach your full potential.
School Rankings
Hopkins West 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 West Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1214 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
29%
12%
White
45%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopkins West Middle School's ranking?
Hopkins West Middle School is ranked #1214 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hopkins West Middle School often compared to?
Hopkins West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopkins North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hopkins West Middle School?
574 students attend Hopkins West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Hopkins West Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hopkins West Middle School?
Hopkins West Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hopkins West Middle School offer ?
Hopkins West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hopkins West Middle School part of?
Hopkins West Middle School is part of Hopkins Public School District.
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