HANKINSON 8

Located at 415 1st Ave SE in Hankinson, North Dakota, the Hankinson 8 school district is an active, traditional public school district serving families across a rural remote setting within the broader Wahpeton region. Overseeing two operational school facilities, the district provides a continuous PK–12 learning pathway, guiding students from early childhood pre-kindergarten programs through high school graduation. Designed to deliver accessible and structured education to its regional community, Hankinson 8 maintains an open, engaged presence backed by responsive administrative channels and a dedicated web platform to keep parents, researchers, and community members informed.

With a total enrollment of 244 students—comprising 130 male and 114 female learners—the district offers an intimate, small-school environment where individual growth can thrive across all grade levels. The student population encompasses a diverse range of cultural backgrounds, including White, American Indian, multiracial, Hispanic, Black, and Asian students. To support this student body, Hankinson 8 benefits from a exceptionally strong staffing baseline relative to its size, employing 56 full-time equivalent (FTE) teachers alongside 7 instructional aides and nearly 31 support staff members. With a overall workforce of over 93 full-time equivalent personnel, the district ensures low student-to-staff ratios, dedicated classroom support, and a well-resourced academic environment tailored to meet the holistic needs of every student.