For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 2,634 students in 55343, MN (there are 6 private schools, serving 2,891 private students). 48% of all K-12 students in 55343, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 55343, MN are Eagle Ridge Academy Lower School, Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School and West Education Center Alternative. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 55343 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 55343, MN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55343, MN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eagle Ridge Academy Lower School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11111 Bren Road W
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 746-7760
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 746-7760
Grades: K-5
| 828 students
Rank: #22.
Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11111 Bren Road W
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 746-7760
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 746-7760
Grades: 6-12
| 661 students
Rank: #33.
West Education Center Alternative
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11140 Bren Rd W
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 374-5786
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 374-5786
Grades: 7-12
| 79 students
Rank: #44.
Alice Smith Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 Minnetonka Mills Rd
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 988-4200
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 988-4200
Grades: PK-6
| 515 students
Rank: #55.
Lionsgate Academy - Minnetonka
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5605 Green Circle Drive
Hopkins, MN 55343
(612) 217-0436
Hopkins, MN 55343
(612) 217-0436
Grades: 7-12
| 154 students
Rank: #66.
Ubah Medical Academy Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Main St
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 540-2942
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 540-2942
Grades: 9-12
| 257 students
Rank: n/an/a
4122 - Eagle Ridge Academy - I.S.
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
11111 Bren Road West
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 746-7760
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 746-7760
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Alc - W-alt - Ey
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
11140 Bren Rd W
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 374-5786
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 374-5786
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Harley Hopkins Family Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
125 Monroe Ave S
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 988-5020
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 988-5020
Grades: PK
| 140 students
Rank: n/an/a
W-alt-is
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
11140 Bren Rd W
Hopkins, MN 55343
(763) 550-7226
Hopkins, MN 55343
(763) 550-7226
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
55343, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
270 Hopkins Yes Alc (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
1001 Highway 7
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 988-4528
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 988-4528
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Cygnus Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
11140 Bren Rd W
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 653-1655
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 653-1655
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Explore-plus (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
11140 Bren Road
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 653-1646
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 653-1646
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1600 Main Street
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 988-4950
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 988-4950
Grades: K-6
| 364 students
Options (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
11140 Bren Rd West
Hopkins, MN 55343
(763) 559-3535
Hopkins, MN 55343
(763) 559-3535
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
West High School (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
11140 Bren Rd W
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 653-1655
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 653-1655
Grades: 9-12
| 22 students
West Transition Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
11140 Bren Road West
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 653-1659
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 653-1659
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 55343, MN?
The top ranked public schools in 55343, MN include Eagle Ridge Academy Lower School, Eagle Ridge Academy Charter School and West Education Center Alternative.
How many public schools are located in 55343?
10 public schools are located in 55343.
What percentage of students in 55343 go to public school?
48% of all K-12 students in 55343 are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 55343?
55343 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Minnesota public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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