Serving 616 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Ellen Hopkins Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellen Hopkins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ellen Hopkins Elementary School's student population of 616 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Moorhead Area Public Schools is to develop the maximum potential of every learner to thrive in a changing world.
School Rankings
Ellen Hopkins Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellen Hopkins Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#878 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
17%
12%
Black
26%
12%
White
46%
60%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellen Hopkins Elementary School's ranking?
Ellen Hopkins Elementary School is ranked #878 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Ellen Hopkins Elementary School?
616 students attend Ellen Hopkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Ellen Hopkins Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellen Hopkins Elementary School?
Ellen Hopkins Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ellen Hopkins Elementary School offer ?
Ellen Hopkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ellen Hopkins Elementary School part of?
Ellen Hopkins Elementary School is part of Moorhead Area School District.
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