Hanover High School is a high school located in the Mechanicsville census-designated place of unincorporated Hanover County, Virginia, United States. Kristina Reece is the current principal (2015–present). It is an International Baccalaureate sponsored school.

History

The school opened in 2003. The first principal was Carol Cash from 2003–2007. George Sadler was principal until his retirement 2007–2012. Dana Gresham was principal from 2012-2015.

Athletics

The Hawks compete in the Virginia High School League as a Division 4A team in Region 4B. The following athletic programs are offered:

Student Activities

The following student activities are offered: HHS also has two competitive show choirs, the mixed-gender Sound FX and the women's-only Highlights.

The Specialty Center at Hanover High School

The Specialty Center offers STEM electives and a health sciences program.

STEM Electives

Public Safety Electives

Health Sciences Electives

Demographics

Demographic breakdown of the 1,464 (2022-2023) enrolled students:

Gender

Race/Ethnicity

Notable alumni