At a glance
Reported students
574
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
39.01
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Minnesota middle enrollment
61st percentile
Compared with 331 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
408
Hopkins West Middle School: 574 reported students.
State peer staffing position
33rd percentile
14.7:1 reported; state peer median 16.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 628
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50.79
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.4:1
What the reported data says about Hopkins West Middle School
Hopkins West Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Minnetonka. It is one of 16 current school records connected to Hopkins Public School District. NCES reports 574 students for 2024–25.
Among 331 middle schools in Minnesota with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 418 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 61st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.7:1, close to the Minnesota median of 16.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (44.8%) and Black (29.4%). English learners represent 4.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 16.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming. The school reported 1 AP course. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Hopkins West Middle School
- 1How do the reported 14.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 39.01 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 4.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 16.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 43.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White44.8%
- Hispanic10.6%
- Black29.4%
- Asian3.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial11%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
1 distinct course reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Hopkins Public School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Hopkins North Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
866 reported students
L.H. Tanglen Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
521 reported students
Eisenhower Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
504 reported students
Alice Smith Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
467 reported students
Glen Lake Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
465 reported students
Meadowbrook Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
792 reported students
Public schools near Hopkins West Middle School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 270 Hopkins West Jr High ALC Middle · Intermediate School District 287 | 07–09 | 0 | under 0.1 mi |
| Minnetonka East Middle Middle · Minnetonka Public School District | 06–08 | 1,320 | 2.3 mi |
| Hopkins North Middle School Middle · Hopkins Public School District | 06–08 | 866 | 2.3 mi |
| Wayzata East Middle Middle · Wayzata Public School District | 06–08 | 817 | 3.3 mi |
| East Middle Alternative (EMAP) Middle · Wayzata Public School District | 06–08 | 0 | 3.3 mi |
| Wayzata Central Middle Middle · Wayzata Public School District | 06–08 | 1,342 | 3.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Hopkins West Middle School
What grades does Hopkins West Middle School serve?
Hopkins West Middle School reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Hopkins Public School District.
How many students attend Hopkins West Middle School?
Hopkins West Middle School reported 574 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 61st percentile among 331 Minnesota middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 628 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Hopkins West Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 14.7:1, based on 574 students and 39.01 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Minnesota median for the same school level is 16.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Hopkins West Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Hopkins West Middle School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Hopkins Public School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Hopkins West Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
43.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Hopkins West Middle School in?
Hopkins West Middle School is part of Hopkins Public School District, based in Hopkins, MN, which operates 16 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Hopkins West Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include 270 Hopkins West Jr High ALC (under 0.1 mi), Minnetonka East Middle (2.3 mi), Hopkins North Middle School (2.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.