Very Good
#979 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 37% in state
East Henderson High
High School · Henderson County Schools
150 Eagle Pride Drive, East Flat Rock, NC 28726
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#979 of 2,648
In East Flat Rock
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#12 of 23
Henderson County Schools
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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East Henderson High
High School in East Flat Rock · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East Henderson High
East Henderson High is a public high school in East Flat Rock, NC, part of Henderson County Schools. East Henderson High serves approximately 968 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. East Henderson High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #979 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for East Henderson High show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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East Henderson High — Students at East Henderson High score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How East Henderson High Compares
See how East Henderson High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
150 Eagle Pride Drive, East Flat Rock, NC 28726
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Henderson High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Henderson County Early College (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Flat Rock), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hendersonville High (rated 7.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Hendersonville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, North Henderson High (rated 7.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Hendersonville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Flat Rock, see our East Flat Rock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Henderson County Career Academy Flat Rock | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Henderson County Early College Flat Rock | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| THE WAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hendersonville | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| LAKE HOUSE ACADEMY Flat Rock | 1.2 mi | — |
| The Mountain Community Sch Hendersonville | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Hillandale Elementary East Flat Rock | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Flat Rock Middle East Flat Rock | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| MUD CREEK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hendersonville | 1.6 mi | — |
| Upward Elementary Flat Rock | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| UPWARD ADVENTIST SCHOOL Flat Rock | 1.8 mi | — |
| FAITH-COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hendersonville | 2.5 mi | — |
| Bruce Drysdale Elementary Hendersonville | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Sugarloaf Elementary Hendersonville | 3.1 mi | 5.1 |
| IMMACULATA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hendersonville | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Hendersonville High Hendersonville | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| ST GERARD HOUSE (GROTTO 2) Hendersonville | 2.8 mi | — |
| Hendersonville Middle Hendersonville | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| MONTESSORI COUNTRY DAY Hendersonville | 3.4 mi | — |
| Hendersonville Elementary Hendersonville | 3.4 mi | 8.9 |
| North Henderson High Hendersonville | 4.4 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28726 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,638
Median Home Value
$178,600
Median Rent
$945/mo
Population
4,373
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
57.9%
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
29.7
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| Piedmont High Monroe, NC | 7.0 |
| Smoky Mountain High School Sylva, NC | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Henderson High
What grades does East Henderson High serve?
East Henderson High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend East Henderson High?
East Henderson High has an enrollment of approximately 968 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Henderson High?
The student-teacher ratio at East Henderson High is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Henderson High rank in NC?
East Henderson High ranks #979 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is East Henderson High's MySchoolScout rating?
East Henderson High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at East Henderson High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Henderson High has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is East Henderson High a charter school?
No, East Henderson High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Henderson High a Title I school?
No, East Henderson High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Henderson High?
99.1% of students at East Henderson High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 968
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Henderson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (828) 697-4768
- 4-Year Graduation
- 93.0%
Resources & Links
District
Henderson County Schools- District Enrollment
- 12,660
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,579
- District Rank
- #12 of 23
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