Best Schools in Hopkins, Minnesota
9 schools · 3 Elementary · 4 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Hopkins?
Use this page to compare every school in Hopkins by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Xinxing Academy
Elementary · Hopkins Public School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Eisenhower Elementary
Elementary · Hopkins Public School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
School #527
High · Intermediate School District 287. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Hopkins for 2026 are Xinxing Academy (9.2/10), Eisenhower Elementary (7.7/10), and School #527 (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
9
7 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$396,450
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
9
7 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$396,450
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Hopkins
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 rated schools; 9 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xinxing Academy | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Eisenhower Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | School #527 | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Alice Smith Elementary | 6.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Ubah Academy | 6.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.4/10
- Median household income
- $94,448
- Median home value
- $396,450
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 56%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 53%
78% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Hopkins compares
Minnesota rank
#8 of 231
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above Minnesota avg (6.3)
Median household income
$94k
112% of Minnesota median
Schools in this city
9
Hopkins Public School District runs 71% of Hopkins's public schools
Hopkins touches 3 districts, but Hopkins Public School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Hopkins Public School District accounts for 5 of 7 public schools (71%). The other 2 districts hold the remaining 2.
Among 5 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.0 to 9.2 — the spread is inside Hopkins, not a citywide average.
- Hopkins Public School District5 public · 71%
- Intermediate School District 2871 public · 14%
- Ubah Academy1 public · 14%
About Schools in Hopkins, Minnesota
Hopkins, Minnesota is home to 9 schools, including 7 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, , and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in Hopkins perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Hopkins is Xinxing Academy with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Hopkins is served by 3 school districts: Intermediate School District 287, Ubah Academy, HOPKINS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 8,124 students.
Hopkins's community shows 56% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $94,448. The poverty rate in the area is 7.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 258 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.2 |
| 2 | 430 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 3 | 448 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 32 students · 12th–12th | 7.4 | ||
| 2 | 38 students · 7th–12th | 7.0 | ||
| 3 | 289 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Chesterton AcademyPrivate 165 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 155 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 7.4 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | The Blake SchoolPrivate 1,287 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Hopkins
Hopkins, Minnesota · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$94,448
Median Home Value
$396,450
Median Rent
$1,601/mo
Population
47,756
College Educated
56%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
7.0%
Community Profile
Hopkins has a median household income of $94,448. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $396,450, with a median rent of $1,601/month. The local poverty rate of 7.0% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Minnesota
- Elementary
- 3
- High
- 4
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Hopkins, Minnesota
How many schools are in Hopkins, Minnesota?
Hopkins has 9 schools, including 7 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hopkins, Minnesota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hopkins is 7.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Hopkins, Minnesota?
The top-ranked school in Hopkins on MySchoolScout is Xinxing Academy with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hopkins, Minnesota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hopkins on MySchoolScout is Xinxing Academy with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best high school in Hopkins, Minnesota?
The top-ranked high school in Hopkins on MySchoolScout is School #527 with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Hopkins, Minnesota?
Hopkins is served by 3 school districts: Intermediate School District 287, Ubah Academy, Hopkins Public School District.
What is the education level in Hopkins, Minnesota?
According to Census data, 56% of adults in Hopkins have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Hopkins, Minnesota?
The median household income in Hopkins is approximately $94,448 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Hopkins, Minnesota?
Yes, Hopkins has 2 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Blake School with a score of 7.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hopkins, Minnesota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hopkins is 11.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hopkins, Minnesota?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Minnesota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.