Serving 151 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hanson Elementary - 06 ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hanson Elementary - 06 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hanson Elementary - 06's student population of 151 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
151 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering and Preparing Students for Success in an Ever-Changing World
School Rankings
Hanson Elementary - 06 ranks within the top 5% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hanson Elementary - 06 is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#15 out of 619 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
14%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
3%
White
91%
66%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanson Elementary - 06's ranking?
Hanson Elementary - 06 is ranked #15 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Hanson Elementary - 06?
151 students attend Hanson Elementary - 06.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hanson Elementary - 06 students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hanson Elementary - 06?
Hanson Elementary - 06 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hanson Elementary - 06 offer ?
Hanson Elementary - 06 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hanson Elementary - 06 part of?
Hanson Elementary - 06 is part of Hanson School District 30-1.
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