For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,559 students in 28791, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 235 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 28791, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28791, NC are Hendersonville High School, Hendersonville Elementary School and West Henderson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28791 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28791, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28791, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 9-12 | 794 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Hendersonville Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1039 Randall Circle
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 697-4752
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 697-4752
Gr: K-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: 9-12 | 1,053 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Rugby Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3345 Haywood Road
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 891-6566
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 891-6566
Gr: 6-8 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Hendersonville Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
825 North Whitted Street
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 697-4800
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 697-4800
Gr: 6-8 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28791, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28791, NC include Hendersonville High School, Hendersonville Elementary School and West Henderson High School.
How many public schools are located in 28791?
5 public schools are located in 28791.
What percentage of students in 28791 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 28791 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28791?
28791 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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