School Overview
Henderson County Career Academy (HCCA), located in the Dr. Molly Parkhill Building in Flat Rock, North Carolina, is a specialized alternative high school within the Henderson County Public Schools system. Designed to serve students who may benefit from a non-traditional learning environment, the academy focuses on providing personalized academic support and flexible pathways to graduation. By maintaining a smaller school setting, HCCA fosters a supportive atmosphere that allows students to build strong relationships with faculty and staff, helping them overcome academic or personal barriers to success.

The curriculum at HCCA is intentionally structured to meet the diverse needs of its student body, often incorporating credit recovery options and career-oriented learning opportunities. The school emphasizes character development, self-advocacy, and the acquisition of the necessary skills to transition successfully into post-secondary education, the workforce, or the military. Through its dedicated staff and community-focused approach, Henderson County Career Academy serves as a vital resource for students looking for an individualized educational experience that prioritizes their long-term growth and high school completion.
151
Total Students
17.5
Full-Time Teachers
8.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Henderson County Career Academy
Demographic Student Count
White84
Hispanic47
Black7
Asian2
Two or More11
  • White
    84 (55.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    47 (31.1 %)
  • Two or More
    11 (7.3 %)
  • Black
    7 (4.6 %)
  • Asian
    2 (1.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Henderson County Schools
Phone: (828)697-4629
Website: http://www.hendersoncountypublicschoolsnc.org/bal/
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 151
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 17.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 111
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 32
Grade 10 53
Grade 11 47
Grade 12 19

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Henderson County Career Academy
Grade Student Count
Grade 932
Grade 1053
Grade 1147
Grade 1219
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Henderson County Career Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female7247.7%
Male7952.3%