For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 2,673 students in 55343, MN (there are , serving 2,814 private students). 49% of all K-12 students in 55343, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55343, MN are Eagle Ridge Academy Lower School, Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School and West Education Center Alternative. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55343 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55343, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55343, MN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eagle Ridge Academy Lower School
Charter School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11111 Bren Rd W
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 746-7760
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 746-7760
Gr: K-5 | 826 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11111 Bren Rd W
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 746-7760
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 746-7760
Gr: 6-12 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
West Education Center Alternative
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11140 Bren Rd W
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 374-5786
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 374-5786
Gr: 7-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Alice Smith Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 Minnetonka Mills Rd
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 988-4200
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 988-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
Lionsgate Academy - Minnetonka
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5605 Green Circle Drive
Hopkins, MN 55343
(612) 217-0436
Hopkins, MN 55343
(612) 217-0436
Gr: 7-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Ubah Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Main St
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 540-2942
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 540-2942
Gr: 9-12 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: n/an/a
4122 - Eagle Ridge Academy - Alc
Alternative School
11111 Bren Rd W
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 746-7760
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 746-7760
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
4122 - Eagle Ridge Academy - I.s.
Alternative School
11111 Bren Rd W
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 746-7760
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 746-7760
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Alc - W-alt - Ey
Alternative School
11140 Bren Rd W
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 374-5786
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 374-5786
Gr: 7-12
Rank: n/an/a
Harley Hopkins Family Center
Special Education School
125 Monroe Ave S
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 988-5020
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 988-5020
Gr: PK | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
55343, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cygnus Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
11140 Bren Rd W
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 653-1655
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 653-1655
Gr: 9-12
1600 Main Street
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 988-4950
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 988-4950
Gr: K-6 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Options (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
11140 Bren Rd West
Hopkins, MN 55343
(763) 559-3535
Hopkins, MN 55343
(763) 559-3535
Gr: 6-12
West High School (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
11140 Bren Rd W
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 653-1655
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 653-1655
Gr: 9-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
West Transition Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
11140 Bren Road West
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 653-1659
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 653-1659
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55343, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55343, MN include Eagle Ridge Academy Lower School, Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School and West Education Center Alternative.
How many public schools are located in 55343?
11 public schools are located in 55343.
What percentage of students in 55343 go to public school?
49% of all K-12 students in 55343 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55343?
55343 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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