Henderson County High School is the only high school in Henderson County, Kentucky and is among the largest high schools in Kentucky, with nearly 2000 students enrolled in grades 9–12 each year.
Serving 1,852 students in grades 9-12, Henderson County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,852 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henderson County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Henderson, KY, covering approximately 466 square miles. Students typically live within a 20-30 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 11.8 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 20.7 miles at the farthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henderson County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Henderson County High School's student population of 1,852 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,852 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Rankings
Henderson County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henderson County High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#427 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Colonel
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson County High School's ranking?
Henderson County High School is ranked #427 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Henderson County High School often compared to?
Henderson County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henderson County High School?
The graduation rate of Henderson County High School is 96%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Henderson County High School?
1,852 students attend Henderson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Henderson County High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henderson County High School?
Henderson County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Henderson County High School offer ?
Henderson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henderson County High School part of?
Henderson County High School is part of Henderson County School District.
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