Hanford High School

1,959 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Hanford High School, located in Richland, Washington, is a prominent public secondary institution serving the academic needs of the local community. As a key part of the Richland School District, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to high academic standards, rigorous curriculum, and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. It serves a diverse student body and is known for fostering an environment that balances scholarly achievement with student engagement, preparing graduates for success in higher education and the workforce.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Hanford High School is deeply integrated into the culture of the Tri-Cities area. The school prides itself on a strong sense of community spirit, often highlighted by its active athletic programs, performing arts departments, and various student-led clubs. With a focus on both character development and academic excellence, the school strives to provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and contribute positively to their campus and the surrounding Richland region.

1,959

Total Students

85.7

Full-Time Teachers

22.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

32.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hanford High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,253
Hispanic	446
Black	33
Asian	100
Two or More	104
American Indian	11
Pacific Islander	4

White
1,253 (64.2%)
Hispanic
446 (22.9%)
Two or More
104 (5.3%)
Asian
100 (5.1%)
Black
33 (1.7%)
American Indian
11 (0.6%)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Richland School District
Phone:	(509)967-6500
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,959
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	85.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	22.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	502
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	138

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 505

Grade 10 505

Grade 11 456

Grade 12 493

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Hanford High School
Grade	Student Count
Grade 9	505
Grade 10	505
Grade 11	456
Grade 12	493

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Hanford High School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	988	50.4%
Male	963	49.2%
Not Specified	8	0.4%

High School 6th - 12th

Pasco Senior High School

Pasco School District

2,590 Students

1108 N 10TH AVENUE
PASCO, WA 99301 (9.9 miles away)

High School 9th - 12th