Serving 122 students in grades 9-12, Hanson High School - 01 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in SD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hanson High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Alexandria, SD school district, covering approximately 257.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hanson High School - 01 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hanson High School - 01's student population of 122 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
122 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Rankings
Hanson High School - 01 ranks within the top 5% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hanson High School - 01 is 0.08, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#20 out of 619 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
51%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Beavers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanson High School - 01's ranking?
Hanson High School - 01 is ranked #20 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hanson High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Hanson High School - 01 is 90%, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hanson High School - 01?
122 students attend Hanson High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Hanson High School - 01 students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hanson High School - 01?
Hanson High School - 01 has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hanson High School - 01 offer ?
Hanson High School - 01 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hanson High School - 01 part of?
Hanson High School - 01 is part of Hanson School District 30-1.
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