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Alice Smith Elementary

Elementary School · HOPKINS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

801 MINNETONKA MILLS RD, Hopkins, MN 55343

Enrollment

448

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,546 of 1,992

In Hopkins

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#10 of 13

HOPKINS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Alice Smith Elementary

5.1/10

Elementary School in Hopkins · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Alice Smith Elementary

Alice Smith Elementary is a public elementary school in Hopkins, MN, part of HOPKINS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Alice Smith Elementary serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Alice Smith Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,546 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Alice Smith Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Alice Smith Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,913
Chronic Absenteeism37.9%

Alice Smith Elementary — Students at Alice Smith Elementary score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
74%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
43%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.

How Alice Smith Elementary Compares

See how Alice Smith Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
22th percentile in MN
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

801 MINNETONKA MILLS RD, Hopkins, MN 55343

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alice Smith Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EAGLE RIDGE ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Minnetonka), which scores notably higher. Another option is Xinxing Academy (rated 7.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GLEN LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Minnetonka), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hopkins, see our Hopkins schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
School #527 Hopkins 0.2 mi 5.5
EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY Hopkins 0.2 mi 3.4
Xinxing Academy Hopkins 0.2 mi 7.8
Ubah Academy Hopkins 0.8 mi 6.7
HARLEY HOPKINS FAMILY CENTER Hopkins 1.0 mi 5.9
Hopkins North Middle School Minnetonka 1.5 mi 5.8
THE BLAKE SCHOOL Hopkins 1.3 mi 8.1
PARK SPANISH IMMERSION ELEMENTARY Saint Louis Park 1.7 mi 6.4
HOPKINS SENIOR HIGH Minnetonka 1.8 mi 5.9
AQUILA ELEMENTARY Saint Louis Park 1.6 mi 6.2
L.H. TANGLEN ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 2.0 mi 5.6
Lionsgate Academy - Minnetonka Minnetonka 2.2 mi 6.5
EAGLE RIDGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Minnetonka 2.2 mi 7.2
EAGLE RIDGE ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL Minnetonka 2.2 mi 8.4
WEST EDUCATION CENTER ALTERNATIVE Minnetonka 2.2 mi 5.9
Hopkins West Middle School Minnetonka 1.9 mi 5.3
ST. LOUIS PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Saint Louis Park 2.6 mi 4.8
METROPOLITAN OPEN SCHOOL Saint Louis Park 2.3 mi
TRANSITION PLUS Hopkins 2.5 mi 6.0
GLEN LAKE ELEMENTARY Minnetonka 2.6 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55343 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,415

Median Home Value

$350,700

Median Rent

$1,427/mo

Population

26,482

College Educated

51.7%

Homeownership

46.6%

Avg Commute

19 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alice Smith Elementary

What grades does Alice Smith Elementary serve?

Alice Smith Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Alice Smith Elementary?

Alice Smith Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alice Smith Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Alice Smith Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alice Smith Elementary rank in MN?

Alice Smith Elementary ranks #1,546 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Alice Smith Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Alice Smith Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Alice Smith Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alice Smith Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Alice Smith Elementary a charter school?

No, Alice Smith Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alice Smith Elementary a Title I school?

No, Alice Smith Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alice Smith Elementary?

56.2% of students at Alice Smith Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.9%

District

HOPKINS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
6,977
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,913
District Rank
#10 of 13

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