Serving 972 students in grades 6-8, Hopkinton Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 972 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hopkinton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hopkinton Middle School's student population of 972 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
972 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hopkinton Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hopkinton Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#71 out of 1631 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
7%
Hispanic
4%
24%
Black
1%
10%
White
63%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopkinton Middle School's ranking?
Hopkinton Middle School is ranked #71 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Hopkinton Middle School?
972 students attend Hopkinton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Hopkinton Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hopkinton Middle School?
Hopkinton Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hopkinton Middle School offer ?
Hopkinton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hopkinton Middle School part of?
Hopkinton Middle School is part of Hopkinton School District.
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