Serving 1,087 students in grades 9-12, West Henderson High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,087 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Henderson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Henderson High School's student population of 1,087 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,087 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Henderson High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Henderson High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#284 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
3%
25%
White
77%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Henderson High School's ranking?
West Henderson High School is ranked #284 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Henderson High School often compared to?
West Henderson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Henderson High School, East Henderson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Henderson High School?
The graduation rate of West Henderson High School is 96%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend West Henderson High School?
1,087 students attend West Henderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of West Henderson High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Henderson High School?
West Henderson High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Henderson High School offer ?
West Henderson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Henderson High School part of?
West Henderson High School is part of Henderson County Schools School District.
School Reviews
2 2/4/2022
This school has had so many budget cuts that the teachers are overworked and underpaid while the school itself is falling to pieces with many lights either constantly flickering or just not working. There are many damaged or missing ceiling tiles and constant patchwork fixes.
5 2/1/2021
My son loves his school and looks forward to going every day. His teachers are awesome.
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