5.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Henderson, North Carolina

20 schools · 9 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 6 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 17

Private: 3

Districts: 3

Avg Rating: 5.6/10

Estimated Scores: 15%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.6/10
Median household income: $45,918
Median home value: $135,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 18%
Avg commute: 25 min
Owner-occupied homes: 53%

How Henderson compares

North Carolina rank

#207 of 253

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.8

below North Carolina avg (6.4)

Median household income

$46k

68% of North Carolina median

Schools in this city

20

About Schools in Henderson, North Carolina

Henderson, North Carolina is home to 20 schools, including 17 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Henderson show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Henderson is E M Rollins Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Henderson is served by 3 school districts: Vance Charter School, Henderson Collegiate, Vance County Schools. These districts collectively serve 7,641 students.

Henderson's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,918. The poverty rate in the area is 20.1%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (20) Elementary (9) Middle (2) High (3)

Filter by Type: All Types (20) Public (17) Private (3)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (20) Academics (20) Growth (17) Diversity (17) Resources (17)

Filter by ZIP: 27537 (11) 27536 (9)

Elementary Schools

9 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	E M Rollins Elementary 303 students · Pre-K–5th	303	Pre-K–5th	8.5
2	E O Young Jr Elementary 172 students · Pre-K–5th	172	Pre-K–5th	7.5
3	New Hope Elementary 124 students · Pre-K–5th	124	Pre-K–5th	6.4
4	L B Yancey Elementary 205 students · Pre-K–5th	205	Pre-K–5th	5.3
5	Aycock Elementary 369 students · Pre-K–5th	369	Pre-K–5th	5.0
6	Carver Elementary 149 students · Pre-K–5th	149	Pre-K–5th	4.6
7	Pinkston Street Elementary 251 students · Pre-K–5th	251	Pre-K–5th	3.8
8	Dabney Elementary 411 students · Pre-K–5th	411	Pre-K–5th	3.7
9	Clarke Elementary 369 students · Pre-K–5th	369	Pre-K–5th	3.2

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	STEM Early High 277 students · 6th–8th	277	6th–8th	6.4
2	Vance County Middle School 738 students · 6th–8th	738	6th–8th	4.8

High Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Vance Co Early College 232 students · 9th–UG	232	9th–UG	7.4
2	Vance County High School 1,046 students · 9th–12th	1,046	9th–12th	5.0
3	AdVance Academy 178 students · 6th–12th	178	6th–12th	4.3

Other Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Henderson Collegiate 1,319 students · Kindergarten–12th	1,319	Kindergarten–12th	7.5
2	Vance Charter School 954 students · Kindergarten–12th	954	Kindergarten–12th	5.3
3	Vance Virtual Village Academy 219 students · Kindergarten–12th	219	Kindergarten–12th	3.9
Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	KERR-VANCE ACADEMY Private 146 students · Pre-K–12th	146	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
2	CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 241 students · Pre-K–12th	241	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
3	VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 62 students · Kindergarten–12th	62	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Henderson

Henderson, North Carolina · 20 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$45,918

Median Home Value

$135,700

Median Rent

$878/mo

Population

39,088

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

53%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

20.1%

Community Profile

Henderson has a median household income of $45,918. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $135,700, with a median rent of $878/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: North Carolina
Total Schools: 20
Elementary: 9
Middle: 2
High: 3
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 5.6/10

Resources

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School Districts (3)

Vance Charter School

1 school · 954 students

Henderson Collegiate

1 school · 1,319 students

Vance County Schools

16 schools · 5,368 students

Nearby Cities

Franklinton (5 schools)

16 mi

Norlina (2 schools)

14 mi

Warrenton (4 schools)

15 mi

Louisburg (9 schools)

18 mi

Youngsville (4 schools)

20 mi

Stem (1 school)

18 mi

Creedmoor (5 schools)

21 mi

Wake Forest (17 schools)

Rolesville (6 schools)

29 mi

Other Major Cities in North Carolina

Top metros statewide by school count.

Charlotte 225 schools Raleigh 138 schools Greensboro 95 schools Durham 94 schools Fayetteville 85 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Henderson, North Carolina

How many schools are in Henderson, North Carolina?

Henderson has 20 schools, including 17 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Henderson, North Carolina?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Henderson is 5.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Henderson, North Carolina?

The top-ranked school in Henderson on MySchoolScout is E M Rollins Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Henderson, North Carolina?

The top-ranked elementary school in Henderson on MySchoolScout is E M Rollins Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What is the best middle school in Henderson, North Carolina?

The top-ranked middle school in Henderson on MySchoolScout is Stem Early High with a composite score of 6.4/10.

What is the best high school in Henderson, North Carolina?

The top-ranked high school in Henderson on MySchoolScout is Vance Co Early College with a composite score of 7.4/10.

How many school districts serve Henderson, North Carolina?

Henderson is served by 3 school districts: Vance Charter School, Henderson Collegiate, Vance County Schools.

What is the education level in Henderson, North Carolina?

According to Census data, 18% of adults in Henderson have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Henderson, North Carolina?

The median household income in Henderson is approximately $45,918 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Henderson, North Carolina?

Yes, Henderson has 3 private schools alongside 17 public schools. The top-rated private school is Kerr-vance Academy with a score of 7.9/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Henderson, North Carolina?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Henderson is 16.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Henderson, North Carolina?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.