Chesterton Academy Photo - We are a joyfully Catholic, classical high school founded through a grass-roots movement of parents in 2008. At Chesterton Academy, our students experience the joy of Christ; they grow in character; they deepen their faith; they learn leadership; and our integrated classical curriculum prepares them for college and for life.

Best Hopkins Private High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 private high schools serving 7,054 students in Hopkins, MN.
The top ranked private high schools in Hopkins, MN include Excel High School, The Blake School Early Learning Center, and The Blake School (Middle School, grades 6-8).
The average acceptance rate is 68%, which is lower than the Minnesota private high school average acceptance rate of 82%.
20% of private high schools in Hopkins, MN are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top Ranked Hopkins Private High Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
110 Blake Road S
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 988-3420
Gr: PK-12 | 1,281 student Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 20 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
110 Blake Road South
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 988-3420
Gr: PK-12 | 1,281 student Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Excel High School
Excel High School Photo
601 Carlson Parkway, Suite 1250
Hopkins, MN 55305
(952) 465-3700
Gr: 6-12 | 4,200 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Chesterton Academy
Chesterton Academy Photo - We are a joyfully Catholic, classical high school founded through a grass-roots movement of parents in 2008. At Chesterton Academy, our students experience the joy of Christ; they grow in character; they deepen their faith; they learn leadership; and our integrated classical curriculum prepares them for college and for life.
(Catholic)
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1320 Mainstreet
Hopkins, MN 55343
(952) 378-1779
Gr: 9-12 | 142 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
Mnts Tamil School
Montessori School
3830 Baker Rd
Hopkins, MN 55305
(763) 267-2917
Gr: 7-9 | 150 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in Hopkins, MN?
The top ranked private high schools in Hopkins, MN include Excel High School, The Blake School Early Learning Center, and The Blake School (Middle School, grades 6-8).
How many private high schools are located in Hopkins?
5 private high schools are located in Hopkins.
How diverse are private high schools in Hopkins?
Hopkins private high schools are approximately 40% minority students, which is higher than the Minnesota private school average of 30%.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Hopkins?
20% of private high schools in Hopkins are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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