Hopkinton High School is a public, co-educational secondary school located in Hopkinton, Massachusetts. In 2011 and 2015 it ranked in the top 100 schools on Newsweek magazine's list of "America's Best High Schools".
Serving 1,241 students in grades 9-12, Hopkinton High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,241 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hopkinton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hopkinton High School's student population of 1,241 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
1964
Colors
White, Green, Orange
School Rankings
Hopkinton High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hopkinton High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8 out of 1631 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
65%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hillers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopkinton High School's ranking?
Hopkinton High School is ranked #8 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hopkinton High School?
The graduation rate of Hopkinton High School is 99%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hopkinton High School?
1,241 students attend Hopkinton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hopkinton High School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hopkinton High School?
Hopkinton High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hopkinton High School offer ?
Hopkinton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hopkinton High School part of?
Hopkinton High School is part of Hopkinton School District.
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