Hanford High School is a public high school located on the northern edge of Richland, Washington. It is part of the Richland School District. The school's mascot is the Falcon, and its school colors are purple and gold.
Serving 1,958 students in grades 9-12, Hanford High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,958 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hanford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hanford High School's student population of 1,958 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,958 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Hanford High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hanford High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#473 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
22%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
65%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanford High School's ranking?
Hanford High School is ranked #473 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Hanford High School often compared to?
Hanford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hanford High School?
The graduation rate of Hanford High School is 83%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hanford High School?
1,958 students attend Hanford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hanford High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hanford High School?
Hanford High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hanford High School offer ?
Hanford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hanford High School part of?
Hanford High School is part of Richland School District.
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