For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,851 students in 28791, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 28791, NC are Hendersonville High School and West Henderson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28791 have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28791, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28791 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hendersonville High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28791, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hendersonville High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1 Bearcat Boulevard
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 697-4802
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 697-4802
Grades: 9-12
| 785 students
Rank: #22.
West Henderson High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3600 Haywood Road
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 891-6571
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 891-6571
Grades: 9-12
| 1,066 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28791, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28791, NC include Hendersonville High School and West Henderson High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28791?
2 public high schools are located in 28791.
What is the racial composition of students in 28791?
28791 public high schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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