Best Schools in Hendersonville, North Carolina
23 schools · 12 Elementary · 3 Middle · 4 High · 4 Other
Choosing a school in Hendersonville?
Use this page to compare every school in Hendersonville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Hendersonville Elementary
Elementary · Henderson County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
West Henderson High
High · Henderson County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Immaculata Catholic School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Hendersonville for 2026 are Hendersonville Elementary (8.9/10), West Henderson High (8.1/10), and Immaculata Catholic School (8.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 16 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
23
14 public · 9 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$320,167
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
23
14 public · 9 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$320,167
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Hendersonville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (16 of 23). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hendersonville Elementary | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | West Henderson High | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Immaculata Catholic School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Rugby Middle | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Hendersonville High | 7.8 / 10 |
| 6 | North Henderson High | 7.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Bruce Drysdale Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 8 | The Mountain Community Sch | 7.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Hendersonville Middle | 7.2 / 10 |
| 10 | Atkinson Elementary | 7.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $67,903
- Median home value
- $320,167
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
63% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Hendersonville compares
North Carolina rank
#81 of 253
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above North Carolina avg (6.2)
Median household income
$68k
100% of North Carolina median
Schools in this city
16
About Schools in Hendersonville, North Carolina
Hendersonville, North Carolina gives parents 14 ranked public schools to evaluate, spanning elementary through middle grades. The city average sits at 6.2 out of 10 — a functional baseline, though performance spreads meaningfully from school to school. Four schools, or 29% of the ranked options, clear the 7-point mark. That concentration at the top end means parents who research attendance zones early can access genuinely competitive public options without leaving the city.
The strongest performer is Bruce Drysdale Elementary at 8.2, the highest score in the city and a clear standout at the elementary level. Clear Creek Elementary follows at 8.0, giving families with young children two high-performing options at the same grade band. Hendersonville Elementary rounds out the top elementary tier at 7.1. Three elementary schools above 7.0 creates real choice for parents who prioritize academics in the early grades — the most favorable part of the city's school landscape.
The middle school picture is more compressed. Hendersonville Middle scores 7.2, the stronger of the two middle options and inside that top-29% cohort. Rugby Middle trails at 6.7 — above the city average but outside the top tier. Families transitioning out of elementary should map feeder patterns before their student advances, since attendance zones determine middle school placement and the gap between the two campuses is real.
The 6.2 city average reflects a system with a capable upper tier and a larger group of schools clustered near the midpoint. Parents with address flexibility should identify which zones feed into Bruce Drysdale and Clear Creek before choosing a neighborhood. Families without that flexibility will find the overall landscape functional, but requesting campus-level proficiency data gives a sharper read on how each school tracks against state benchmarks.
Elementary Schools
12 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 334 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.9 | ||
| 2 | 447 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 | ||
| 3 | 197 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.2 | ||
| 4 | 305 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 | ||
| 5 | 444 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 | ||
| 6 | 442 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.1 | ||
| 7 | 404 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.1 | ||
| 8 | 390 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.1 | ||
| Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Immaculata Catholic School
Private
121 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.0 | ||
| 2 | Montessori Country Day
Private
3 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Show all 12 elementary schools in Hendersonville
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 838 students · 6th–8th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 528 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
| 3 | 846 students · 6th–8th | 5.1 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,066 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 | ||
| 2 | 785 students · 9th–12th | 7.8 | ||
| 3 | 1,044 students · 9th–12th | 7.7 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Timbersong Academy - Bat Cave
Private
6 students · 9th–12th | — | ||
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Way Christian Academy
Private
102 students · Pre-K–12th | 3.9 |
| 2 | Faith-covenant Christian Academy
Private
25 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
| 3 | St Gerard House (grotto 2)
Private
13 students · 1st–11th | — |
| 4 | 7 students · 4th–10th | — |
Schools in Hendersonville
Hendersonville, North Carolina · 23 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes
Median Income
$67,903
Median Home Value
$320,167
Median Rent
$1,103/mo
Population
72,088
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Community Profile
Hendersonville has a median household income of $67,903. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $320,167, with a median rent of $1,103/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.6%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 12
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 4
- Other
- 4
Resources
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Hendersonville, North Carolina
How many schools are in Hendersonville, North Carolina?
Hendersonville has 23 schools, including 14 public and 9 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hendersonville, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hendersonville is 6.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Hendersonville, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Hendersonville on MySchoolScout is Hendersonville Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hendersonville, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hendersonville on MySchoolScout is Hendersonville Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Hendersonville, North Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Hendersonville on MySchoolScout is Rugby Middle with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Hendersonville, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Hendersonville on MySchoolScout is West Henderson High with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Hendersonville, North Carolina?
Hendersonville is served by 2 school districts: The Mountain Community Sch, Henderson County Schools.
What is the education level in Hendersonville, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in Hendersonville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Hendersonville, North Carolina?
The median household income in Hendersonville is approximately $67,903 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Hendersonville, North Carolina?
Yes, Hendersonville has 9 private schools alongside 14 public schools. The top-rated private school is Immaculata Catholic School with a score of 8.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hendersonville, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hendersonville is 11.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hendersonville, 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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.