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School #527
High School · Intermediate School District 287
1001 HIGHWAY 7 STE 309, Hopkins, MN 55305
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,362 of 1,992
In Hopkins
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Intermediate School District 287
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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School #527
High School in Hopkins · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About School #527
School #527 is a public high school in Hopkins, MN, part of Intermediate School District 287. School #527 serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. School #527 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,362 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for School #527 show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, School #527 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at School #527 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, School #527 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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School #527 — Students at School #527 score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 22 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.9/10.
How School #527 Compares
See how School #527 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1001 HIGHWAY 7 STE 309, Hopkins, MN 55305
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School #527 may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EAGLE RIDGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Minnetonka), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ubah Academy (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lionsgate Academy - Minnetonka (rated 6.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Minnetonka), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hopkins, see our Hopkins schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY Hopkins | 0.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Xinxing Academy Hopkins | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| ALICE SMITH ELEMENTARY Hopkins | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Ubah Academy Hopkins | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Hopkins North Middle School Minnetonka | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| HARLEY HOPKINS FAMILY CENTER Hopkins | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| HOPKINS SENIOR HIGH Minnetonka | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| PARK SPANISH IMMERSION ELEMENTARY Saint Louis Park | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| L.H. TANGLEN ELEMENTARY Minnetonka | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| THE BLAKE SCHOOL Hopkins | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| AQUILA ELEMENTARY Saint Louis Park | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Lionsgate Academy - Minnetonka Minnetonka | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| WEST EDUCATION CENTER ALTERNATIVE Minnetonka | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| EAGLE RIDGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Minnetonka | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| EAGLE RIDGE ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL Minnetonka | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Hopkins West Middle School Minnetonka | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| ST. LOUIS PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Saint Louis Park | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| GLEN LAKE ELEMENTARY Minnetonka | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| METROPOLITAN OPEN SCHOOL Saint Louis Park | 2.4 mi | — |
| School #535 Plymouth | 3.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,480
Median Home Value
$442,200
Median Rent
$1,774/mo
Population
21,274
College Educated
61%
Homeownership
58.6%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CVSEC STEP Faribault, MN | 5.5 |
| Lionsgate Academy AIM North Saint Paul, MN | 5.6 |
| Norse Area Learning Center North Branch, MN | 5.4 |
| Pine River-Backus ALP Pine River, MN | 5.6 |
| STADIUM VIEW Minneapolis, MN | 5.6 |
| Wellstone International High - SWS Minneapolis, MN | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School #527
What grades does School #527 serve?
School #527 serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend School #527?
School #527 has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School #527?
The student-teacher ratio at School #527 is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School #527 rank in MN?
School #527 ranks #1,362 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is School #527's MySchoolScout rating?
School #527 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 School #527?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School #527 has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021).
Is School #527 a charter school?
No, School #527 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School #527 a Title I school?
No, School #527 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School #527?
52.6% of students at School #527 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 38
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 86.8%
- Phone
- (763) 205-7612
Resources & Links
District
Intermediate School District 287- District Enrollment
- 858
- Schools in District
- 50
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $100,174
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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