Serving 1,447 students in grades 9-12, Hendersonville High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hendersonville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hendersonville High School's student population of 1,447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,447 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Hendersonville High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hendersonville High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#333 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
37%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%

Hispanic
12%
15%

Black
11%
21%

White
71%
57%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
95%
90%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hendersonville High School's ranking?
Hendersonville High School is ranked #333 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Hendersonville High School often compared to?
Hendersonville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beech Sr High School, Station Camp High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hendersonville High School?
The graduation rate of Hendersonville High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hendersonville High School?
1,447 students attend Hendersonville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Hendersonville High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hendersonville High School?
Hendersonville High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hendersonville High School offer ?
Hendersonville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hendersonville High School part of?
Hendersonville High School is part of Sumner County School District.
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