Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07 serves 4 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 73%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 74%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 4 students
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in SD)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Hanson Colony Alternative High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Alexandria, SD, covering an area of approximately 257.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically face a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 10.5 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 16.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07's student population of 4 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
4 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (16-17)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07 is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥50%
73%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥50%
74%
White
100%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(13-14)≥50%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75%
22.5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 73% SD state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07?
The graduation rate of Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07 is 50%, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 81%.
How many students attend Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07?
4 students attend Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07 students are White.
What grades does Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07 offer ?
Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07 part of?
Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07 is part of Hanson School District 30-1.
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