ALICE SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ALICE SMITH ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the HOPKINS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in HOPKINS, MN with about 494 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, ALICE SMITH ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

ALICE SMITH ELEMENTARY, located in Hopkins, Minnesota, is a core component of the Hopkins Public School District. The school is widely recognized for its commitment to inclusive education and a "whole-child" approach, aiming to support the social, emotional, and academic development of its diverse student body. By fostering a welcoming environment, the school focuses on creating a strong sense of community while preparing students to succeed in an increasingly globalized world.

Academically, the school emphasizes personalized learning, utilizing the district’s "Vision 2031" framework, which prioritizes student agency, innovation, and equity. Alice Smith offers a rigorous curriculum complemented by various enrichment opportunities, technology integration, and collaborative teaching strategies. With a dedicated staff and active parental involvement, the school strives to ensure that every student feels seen, heard, and challenged, ultimately laying a solid foundation for their future education in the Hopkins school system.

For more information, contact ALICE SMITH ELEMENTARY at (952) 988-4200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.