HopSkipDrive has been named to the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America, ranking #667 overall and #17 in the education category. This is HopSkipDrive’s fourth year on the Inc. 5000 list, placing among the top 13% of fastest-growing private companies nationwide this year.
“This ranking is a testament to the tireless work of our team and the trust of our school district partners,” said Joanna McFarland, Co-Founder and CEO of HopSkipDrive. “We’re proud to be building technology-driven solutions that help school districts overcome transportation challenges, while ensuring that all students — especially those most vulnerable — have access to the education they deserve.”
Each year, Inc. Magazine’s Inc. 5000 list recognizes the most successful independent businesses across the country based on percentage revenue growth over a three-year period. Inclusion on the list reflects innovation, resilience, and sustained momentum. HopSkipDrive’s placement on this year’s list highlights the company’s impressive growth and ability to thrive in a dynamic and challenging market.
“Making the Inc. 5000 is always a remarkable achievement, but earning a spot this year speaks volumes about a company’s tenacity and clarity of vision,” says Mike Hofman, editor-in-chief of Inc. “These businesses have thrived amid rising costs, shifting global dynamics, and constant change. They didn’t just weather the storm — they grew through it, and their stories are a powerful reminder that the entrepreneurial spirit is the engine of the U.S. economy.”
Founded in 2014, HopSkipDrive has facilitated over five million rides across 95 million miles, serving more than 10,000 schools in 17 states through partnerships with over 600 school districts.
For the full list, company profiles, and a searchable database by industry and location, visit: www.inc.com/inc5000.
