Serving 111 students in grades 7-12, Hankinson High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North 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 40-49% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hankinson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Hankinson High School's student population of 111 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Hankinson High School ranks within the top 20% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hankinson High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#89 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
90%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hankinson High School's ranking?
Hankinson High School is ranked #89 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hankinson High School?
The graduation rate of Hankinson High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hankinson High School?
111 students attend Hankinson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hankinson High School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hankinson High School?
Hankinson High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hankinson High School offer ?
Hankinson High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hankinson High School part of?
Hankinson High School is part of Hankinson 8 School District.
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