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Hanger Hall School Inc

EIN 86-1145430 · Asheville, NC

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak36 out of 100GovernanceGood70 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

Points to look into

  • It reported loans to or from officers, directors or other insiders.

These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.

What it says it does

Hanger Hall provides each student with a superior middle school education in an inclusive and supportive environment that promotes a sense of belonging, creativity, self-confidence, personal motivation and a desire for knowledge. In partnership with parents, Hanger Hall encourages students to develop the living and learning skills necessary to succeed in life and contribute to the betterment of the world.

Income
$1.5 million
Spending
$1.5 million
Spent on programs
85%
Reserves
-4.2 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 90%
Employees
13
Volunteers
25
Highest pay
$100,320, head of school-retiring

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Weak: 36 out of 100. Higher than 11% of charities in its peer group (education, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    0 of 35

    Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.

  • Debt

    5 of 20

    It owes 52% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 2% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 2% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    8 of 15

    85% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 35 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 70 out of 100. Higher than 26% of charities in its peer group (education, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    11 of 11 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • Independent check of accounts

    0 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    0 of 10

    Reports at least one of: diversion of assets, excess benefits, loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (3)
  1. $1.3 million spent. Academic Program: Hanger Halls rigorous academic program empowers students with a strong foundation in core subjects, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration In the past year, 100% of students achieved proficiency or above on standardized testing benchmarks, with 80% excelling beyond grade level in at least one subject. . The programs small class sizes (average student-to-teacher ratio: 14:1) ensure personalized instruction and robust engagement. 100% of students participate in enrichment opportunities, including honors-level coursework and STEM-focused projects. . Our graduates success reflects the programs effectiveness: 95% of alumni from the past five years have matriculated into their top-choice high schools with many earning academic scholarships.
  2. Arts Program: The arts program at Hanger Hall inspires creativity and self-expression through diverse offerings in visual arts, music and drama. This year, 100% of students participated in all three arts class offerings and in the annual play. The drama department presented one full-scale production attended by over 500 community members. . The program emphasizes skill-building and confidence, with 90% of students reporting improved creative skills and increased self-confidence through arts participation, based on a year end surveys.
  3. Experiential Program: Hanger Halls experiential learning program offers hands-on educational opportunities that connect students with real-world contexts. This year, 100% of students engaged in at least four field-based learning experiences. . Highlights included a whole school camping trip to start the year and a week-long class trip for each grade level. In addition, student are required to complete 18 hours of service learning hours benefiting over 300 community members. . These immersive experiences enhance student learning outcomes, with 95% of participants demonstrating increased environmental awareness, civic engagement, and practical application of classroom concepts.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since August 2006.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.

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