Serving 1,068 students in grades 9-12, North Henderson High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,068 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Henderson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Henderson High School's student population of 1,068 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,068 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Henderson High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Henderson High School is 0.58, 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
#370 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
36%
20%
Black
4%
25%
White
54%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Henderson High School's ranking?
North Henderson High School is ranked #370 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Henderson High School often compared to?
North Henderson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Henderson High School, Hendersonville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Henderson High School?
The graduation rate of North Henderson High School is 94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend North Henderson High School?
1,068 students attend North Henderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of North Henderson High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Henderson High School?
North Henderson High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Henderson High School offer ?
North Henderson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Henderson High School part of?
North Henderson High School is part of Henderson County Schools School District.
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