Serving 1,018 students in grades 9-12, Henderson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,018 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henderson High School's attendance zone covers the entire Henderson school district, encompassing approximately 365.9 square miles around Henderson, TX. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 29.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henderson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Henderson High School's student population of 1,018 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,018 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Henderson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henderson High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6937 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tradition of Excellence
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson High School's ranking?
Henderson High School is ranked #6937 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henderson High School?
The graduation rate of Henderson High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Henderson High School?
1,018 students attend Henderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Henderson High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henderson High School?
Henderson High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henderson High School offer ?
Henderson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Henderson High School part of?
Henderson High School is part of Henderson Independent School District.
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