Serving 847 students in grades 6-8, Hopkins North 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 31% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hopkins North Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hopkins North Middle School's student population of 847 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
847 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1995
Last Day of School
Wed. May 27, 2026
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
Hopkins North 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 North Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#967 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
19%
12%
White
55%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopkins North Middle School's ranking?
Hopkins North Middle School is ranked #967 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hopkins North Middle School often compared to?
Hopkins North Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopkins West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hopkins North Middle School?
847 students attend Hopkins North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hopkins North Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hopkins North Middle School?
Hopkins North Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hopkins North Middle School offer ?
Hopkins North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hopkins North Middle School part of?
Hopkins North Middle School is part of Hopkins Public School District.
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