Best Alexandria Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 126 students in Alexandria, SD. The top-ranked public high school in Alexandria, SD is Hanson High School - 01. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alexandria, SD public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the South Dakota public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 63% statewide average). High schools in Alexandria have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of South Dakota public high schools.
Alexandria, SD public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the South Dakota average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hanson High School - 01, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in South Dakota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public high school average of 36% (majority American Indian).

Best Public High Schools in Alexandria, SD (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hanson High School - 01
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
230 6th St
Alexandria, SD 57311
(605) 239-4387
Gr: 9-12 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
41659 256th St
Alexandria, SD 57311
(605) 239-4387
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Alexandria, SD?
The top-ranked public high schools in Alexandria, SD include Hanson High School - 01. Alexandria has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in South Dakota.
How many public high schools are located in Alexandria?
2 public high schools are located in Alexandria.
What is the racial composition of students in Alexandria?
Alexandria public high schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the South Dakota public high schools average of 36% (majority American Indian).

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