Serving 1,417 students in grades 6-8, William Hopkins Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Hopkins Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
William Hopkins Middle School's student population of 1,417 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jul 15, 2026
School Mascot
Hawks
School Rankings
William Hopkins Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Hopkins Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#32 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
84%
12%
Hispanic
9%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Hopkins Middle School's ranking?
William Hopkins Middle School is ranked #32 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are William Hopkins Middle School often compared to?
William Hopkins Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John M. Horner Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend William Hopkins Middle School?
1,417 students attend William Hopkins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of William Hopkins Middle School students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Hopkins Middle School?
William Hopkins Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does William Hopkins Middle School offer ?
William Hopkins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is William Hopkins Middle School part of?
William Hopkins Middle School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is William Hopkins Middle School located?
William Hopkins Middle School is located in the Mission Valley neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Mission Valley.
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