Serving 204 students in grades 7-12, Hancock Secondary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hancock Sec.'s attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Hancock, MN, covering approximately 89.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the furthest edge of the zone is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.8 miles from the school to the boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hancock Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hancock Secondary School's student population of 204 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
204 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Hancock Secondary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hancock Secondary School is 0.22, which is less 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
#313 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
88%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hancock Secondary School's ranking?
Hancock Secondary School is ranked #313 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hancock Secondary School often compared to?
Hancock Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minnewaska Secondary, Minnewaska Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hancock Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Hancock Secondary School is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Hancock Secondary School?
204 students attend Hancock Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hancock Secondary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hancock Secondary School?
Hancock Secondary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hancock Secondary School offer ?
Hancock Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hancock Secondary School part of?
Hancock Secondary School is part of Hancock Public School District.
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