Mission Statement
The Mission of the Henderson County Schools is to prepare and educate each student to be successful in a diverse, global society.
Vision Statement
Henderson County Schools recognize that each member of the community plays a vital role in the academic and social
development of its children. By empowering parents and mentors, we will provide each student with a rigorous core
academic foundation and intentional opportunities to expand and stretch learning. Classroom experiences will be designed
to develop engaged, globally competitive citizens who are socially responsible. We will do this in a safe, secure, and
caring environment designed to increase engagement and foster healthy relationships.
District Profile
Enrollment 7,546
58% Free and Reduced Lunch
84% White
13% African American
<1% Asian
3% Hispanic
16% Disability
8 Elementary Schools Grades K - 5
2 Middle Schools Grades 6 - 8
1 High School Grades 9 - 12
1 Alternative Learning Center 6 - 12
1 Preschool
School Enrollment:
| AB Chandler |
350 |
| Bend Gate |
579 |
| Cairo |
313 |
| Central Academy |
83 |
| East Heights |
556 |
| Jefferson |
329 |
| Niagara |
334 |
| South Heights |
565 |
| Spottsville |
488 |
| North Middle |
853 |
| South Middle |
676 |
| Henderson County High |
2020 |
| Pre-School |
400 |
| Total |
7,546 |
Total Full Time Staff 1,200
(Certified Staff 581,Support Staff 619)
Percentage of Teachers with Masters Degree: 75%
Percentage of Teachers with a Rank I degree (30 hours beyond a Masters Degree): 30%
Beginning Teacher’s Salary: $34,163
Total Operating Budget $77,177,112
General Fund Operating Budget: $59,584,124
State & Federal Grants: $7,206,320
Capital Outlay: $1,378,097
Building Fund: $3,065,109
Child Nutrition Fund: $5,943,462
Transportation buses cover approximately 5,700 miles daily.