Serving 983 students in grades 9-12, Henderson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 983 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henderson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Henderson High School's student population of 983 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
983 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Rankings
Henderson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henderson High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6937 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
44%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson High School's ranking?
Henderson High School is ranked #6937 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henderson High School?
The graduation rate of Henderson High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Henderson High School?
983 students attend Henderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Henderson High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henderson High School?
Henderson High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henderson High School offer ?
Henderson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Henderson High School part of?
Henderson High School is part of Henderson Independent School District.
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