Hanson High School - 01

230 6th St
Alexandria, SD 57311
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 122 students in grades 9-12, Hanson High School - 01 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 31% (majority American Indian).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 122 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : ≥80% (Top 50% in SD)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 20%)
  • 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
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Hanson High School - 01's student population of 122 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
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School Rankings

Hanson High School - 01 ranks within the top 30% of all 616 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hanson High School - 01 is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (SD)
#135 out of 616 schools
(Top 30%)
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40-59%
43%
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60-79%
52%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
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American Indian
1%
14%
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Asian
n/a
2%
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Hispanic
2%
7%
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Black
n/a
3%
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White
94%
69%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.12
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≥80%
80%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
29%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
5%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #135 out of 616 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hanson High School - 01?
The graduation rate of Hanson High School - 01 is 80%, which is equal to the South Dakota state average of 80%.
How many students attend Hanson High School - 01?
122 students attend Hanson High School - 01.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hanson High School - 01 students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 122 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : ≥80% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education

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