WEST HENDERSON HIGH SCHOOL
West Henderson High is a public high school that is part of the Henderson County Schools school district, located in Hendersonville, NC with about 1,124 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 67 teachers, West Henderson High has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
West Henderson High School, located in Hendersonville, North Carolina, is a prominent secondary institution within the Henderson County Public Schools system. Serving students in grades 9–12, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to both academic rigor and extracurricular involvement. The campus serves as a central hub for the local community, fostering an environment that emphasizes college and career readiness while encouraging students to participate in a variety of athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student-led organizations.
The school is known for its "Falcon" pride and its dedication to maintaining a supportive, inclusive atmosphere. With a curriculum designed to challenge students through various Advanced Placement (AP) courses and Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, West Henderson aims to prepare graduates for success in higher education and the modern workforce. By balancing strong instructional standards with a robust sense of school spirit and community engagement, West Henderson High School remains a cornerstone of the Hendersonville area, focused on the holistic development of its student body.
For more information, contact West Henderson High at (828) 891-6571 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Hendersonville, NC 28791-9750
(828) 891-6571
WEST HENDERSON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Hendersonville, NC with about 1,124 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Henderson County Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,124
- Teachers:
- 67.92
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,124 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WEST HENDERSON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.
- White
- 82.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.9%
- Two or more races
- 2.9%
- Black or African American
- 2.0%
- Asian
- 1.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 46.5%
- Male
- 53.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.