Serving 540 students in grades 6-8, Hendersonville Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hendersonville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hendersonville Middle School's student population of 540 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
540 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 8, 2026
School Rankings
Hendersonville Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hendersonville Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1035 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
19%
22%
Black
9%
24%
White
62%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hendersonville Middle School's ranking?
Hendersonville Middle School is ranked #1035 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hendersonville Middle School often compared to?
Hendersonville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rugby Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Hendersonville Middle School?
540 students attend Hendersonville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Hendersonville Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hendersonville Middle School?
Hendersonville Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hendersonville Middle School offer ?
Hendersonville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hendersonville Middle School part of?
Hendersonville Middle School is part of Henderson County Schools.
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