For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,505 students in 28791, NC (there are 3 private schools, serving 244 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 28791, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28791, NC are Hendersonville Elementary School, West Henderson High School and Hendersonville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28791 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28791, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 28791, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hendersonville Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1039 Randall Circle
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 697-4752
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 697-4752
Grades: K-5
| 321 students
Rank: #22.
West Henderson High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3600 Haywood Road
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 891-6571
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 891-6571
Grades: 9-12
| 1,087 students
Rank: #33.
Hendersonville High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Bearcat Boulevard
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 697-4802
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 697-4802
Grades: 9-12
| 753 students
Rank: #44.
Rugby Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3345 Haywood Road
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 891-6566
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 891-6566
Grades: 6-8
| 784 students
Rank: #55.
Hendersonville Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
825 North Whitted Street
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 697-4800
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 697-4800
Grades: 6-8
| 560 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28791, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28791, NC include Hendersonville Elementary School, West Henderson High School and Hendersonville High School.
How many public schools are located in 28791, NC?
5 public schools are located in 28791, NC.
What percentage of students in 28791, NC go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 28791, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28791, NC?
28791, NC public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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