Serving 27 students in grades 9-12, Hanford Community Day ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hanford Community Day ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hanford Community Day's student population of 27 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
27 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hanford Community Day ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hanford Community Day is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
22:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
74%
55%
Black
11%
5%
White
11%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanford Community Day's ranking?
Hanford Community Day is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hanford Community Day?
The graduation rate of Hanford Community Day is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hanford Community Day?
27 students attend Hanford Community Day.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Hanford Community Day students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hanford Community Day?
Hanford Community Day has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Hanford Community Day offer ?
Hanford Community Day offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hanford Community Day part of?
Hanford Community Day is part of Hanford Joint Union High School District.
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