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 1,959 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 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,959 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Hanford High School serves the southeast part of Richland, WA, covering an area of approximately 46.8 square miles. Most students typically live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being 9.3 miles from the school.
- 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 1,959 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,959 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
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 0.54, 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
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
23%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Falcons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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?
1,959 students attend Hanford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Hanford High School students are White, 23% 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 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
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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