Hopkinton High School is a public, co-educational secondary school located in Hopkinton, New Hampshire. In 2014, 2015, and 2016 it was ranked 1st among New Hampshire's public schools by US News.
Serving 284 students in grades 9-12, Hopkinton High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hopkinton High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Contoocook, NH, covering approximately 45.1 square miles. The area typically has a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hopkinton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hopkinton High School's student population of 284 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hopkinton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hopkinton High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#84 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopkinton High School's ranking?
Hopkinton High School is ranked #84 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Hopkinton High School often compared to?
Hopkinton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hopkinton High School?
The graduation rate of Hopkinton High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Hopkinton High School?
284 students attend Hopkinton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hopkinton High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hopkinton High School?
Hopkinton High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hopkinton High School offer ?
Hopkinton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hopkinton High School part of?
Hopkinton High School is part of Hopkinton School District.
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