Serving 968 students in grades 9-12, East Henderson High School ranks in the top 30% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 968 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Henderson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
East Henderson High School's student population of 968 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
968 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
East Henderson High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Henderson High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#702 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
4%

Hispanic
39%
21%

Black
2%
25%

White
52%
43%

Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Henderson High School's ranking?
East Henderson High School is ranked #702 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Henderson High School often compared to?
East Henderson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Henderson High School, North Henderson High School, Hendersonville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Henderson High School?
The graduation rate of East Henderson High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend East Henderson High School?
968 students attend East Henderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of East Henderson High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Henderson High School?
East 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 East Henderson High School offer ?
East Henderson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Henderson High School part of?
East Henderson High School is part of Henderson County Schools School District.
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