Best Henderson Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 808 students in Henderson, TN.
The top-ranked public high school in Henderson, TN is Chester County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Henderson, TN public high school have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Henderson have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Tennessee public high schools.
Henderson, TN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Chester County High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best Public High Schools in Henderson, TN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chester County High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
552 East Main St
Henderson, TN 38340
(731) 989-8125
Gr: 9-12 | 808 students Minority enrollment: 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Henderson, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Henderson, TN include Chester County High School.
How many public high schools are located in Henderson?
1 public high schools are located in Henderson.
What is the racial composition of students in Henderson?
Henderson public high schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).

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