Serving 1,053 students in grades 9-12, West Henderson High School ranks in the top 10% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,053 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Henderson High serves the west part of Hendersonville, NC, covering an area of approximately 115.3 square miles, with most students living within a 15-20 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of its attendance zone is about 8.2 miles, extending up to 14.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Henderson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Henderson High School's student population of 1,053 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,053 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Henderson High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Henderson High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#220 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)80-84%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
86.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Henderson High School's ranking?
West Henderson High School is ranked #220 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Henderson High School often compared to?
West Henderson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Henderson High School, East Henderson High School, Hendersonville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Henderson High School?
The graduation rate of West Henderson High School is 94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86.5%.
How many students attend West Henderson High School?
1,053 students attend West Henderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of West Henderson High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Henderson High School?
West Henderson High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Henderson High School offer ?
West Henderson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Henderson High School part of?
West Henderson High School is part of Henderson County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My son loves his school and looks forward to going every day. His teachers are awesome.
2 10/10/2025
This school has had so many budget cuts that the teachers are overworked and underpaid while the school itself is falling to pieces with many lights either constantly flickering or just not working. There are many damaged or missing ceiling tiles and constant patchwork fixes.
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