HANFORD WEST HIGH SCHOOL
Hanford West High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Hanford Joint Union High school district, located in Hanford, CA with about 1,297 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 55 teachers, Hanford West High has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Hanford West High School, located in Hanford, California, is a key institution within the Hanford Joint Union High School District. As a public high school, it serves a diverse student body by offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both post-secondary education and the workforce. The school is known for its commitment to academic growth and fostering a supportive community, providing students with a range of core subjects, elective courses, and specialized programs intended to meet various learning needs and career interests.
Beyond the classroom, Hanford West High emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded educational experience through extracurricular engagement. The school offers various athletic programs, clubs, and student organizations that encourage leadership, teamwork, and school spirit. By prioritizing both academic achievement and student involvement, Hanford West strives to cultivate an environment where students can develop the skills and character necessary to succeed in their future endeavors.
For more information, contact Hanford West High at (559) 583-5903 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Hanford, CA 93230-3575
(559) 583-5903
HANFORD WEST HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Hanford, CA with about 1,297 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Hanford Joint Union High
- Total Students:
- 1,297
- Teachers:
- 55.27
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,297 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 68.6%
- White
- 20.4%
- Black or African American
- 5.1%
- Asian
- 3.4%
- Two or more races
- 2.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.4%
- Male
- 51.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.