Hastings High School is one of the oldest operating public high schools in the U.S. state of Minnesota. It is in Hastings, and is part of Independent School District 200.
Hoa High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hoa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students (22-23)
45 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1866
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Rankings
Hoa High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#1208 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
4%
12%
White
76%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raider
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hoa High School's ranking?
Hoa High School is ranked #1208 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hoa High School?
The graduation rate of Hoa High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Hoa High School?
45 students attend Hoa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hoa High School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What grades does Hoa High School offer ?
Hoa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hoa High School part of?
Hoa High School is part of Hastings Public School District.
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