Serving 1,928 students in grades 9-12, Henderson County High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,928 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henderson County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Henderson County High School's student population of 1,928 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,928 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henderson County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henderson County High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#255 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
8%
11%
White
76%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson County High School's ranking?
Henderson County High School is ranked #255 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Henderson County High School often compared to?
Henderson County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henderson County High School?
The graduation rate of Henderson County High School is 96%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Henderson County High School?
1,928 students attend Henderson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Henderson County High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henderson County High School?
Henderson County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Henderson County High School offer ?
Henderson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Henderson County High School part of?
Henderson County High School is part of Henderson County School District.
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