Henderson High School serves 1,024 students in grades 9-12.
Henderson High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,024 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Henderson High School's student population of 1,024 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,024 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henderson High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Henderson High School is 0.65, 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
#2319 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
48%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #2319 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henderson High School?
The graduation rate of Henderson High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Henderson High School?
1,024 students attend Henderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Henderson High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 2% 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 14:1, which is equal to 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 ISD School District.
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