Serving 14 students in grades 6-12, Henderson High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henderson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Henderson High School's student population of 14 students has declined by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henderson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henderson High School is 0.62, 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
#945 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
20%
Black
43%
25%
White
43%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
15-19%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson High School's ranking?
Henderson High School is ranked #945 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Henderson High School often compared to?
Henderson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carson High School, East Rowan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henderson High School?
The graduation rate of Henderson High School is 15-19%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Henderson High School?
14 students attend Henderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Henderson High School students are Black, 43% of students are White, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henderson High School?
Henderson High School has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henderson High School offer ?
Henderson High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Henderson High School part of?
Henderson High School is part of Rowan-Salisbury Schools School District.
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