North Hopkins High School is a public high school located outside unincorporated Birthright, Texas and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is part of the North Hopkins Independent School District located in north central Hopkins County.
Serving 233 students in grades 7-12, North Hopkins High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Hopkins High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Hopkins High School's student population of 233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1942
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Every day is a great day to be a PANTHER!!!!!!
School Rankings
North Hopkins High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Hopkins High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3022 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
70%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Hopkins High School's ranking?
North Hopkins High School is ranked #3022 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Hopkins High School?
The graduation rate of North Hopkins High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Hopkins High School?
233 students attend North Hopkins High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of North Hopkins High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Hopkins High School?
North Hopkins High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Hopkins High School offer ?
North Hopkins High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is North Hopkins High School part of?
North Hopkins High School is part of North Hopkins Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 2/2/2007
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