Hanford High School

1,788 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.

1,788

Total Students

83.4

Full-Time Teachers

21.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

35.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hanford High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,170
Hispanic	405
Black	24
Asian	88
Two or More	88
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	3

White
1,170 (65.7 %)
Hispanic
405 (22.7 %)
Asian
88 (4.9 %)
Two or More
88 (4.9 %)
Black
24 (1.3 %)
American Indian
4 (0.2 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (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:	1,788
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	83.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	21.4
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 9 466

Grade 10 506

Grade 11 436

Grade 12 380