Enka High vs North Henderson High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in North Carolina, United States, 29 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Enka High
Candler · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,051 students
North Henderson High
Hendersonville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,052 students
| Measure | Enka High Candler, North Carolina | North Henderson High Hendersonville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #298 of 528 | #163 of 528 |
| National rank | #11606 of 16,910 | #7008 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,051 | 1,052 |
| Enrollment | 1,051 | 1,052 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.7% | 60.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 62% |
| city | Candler | Hendersonville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Henderson High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.1 vs 37.4).
- •North Henderson High does better on math proficiency (62% vs 41%).
- •North Henderson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.6% vs 99.7%).
- •North Henderson High does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 16.7).
- •North Henderson High is the larger school with 1,052 students compared with 1,051.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Enka High better than North Henderson High?
On the Success Index (US), North Henderson High ranks higher (55.1 vs 37.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Enka High and North Henderson High?
About 29 km in a straight line, between Candler and Hendersonville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Enka High: 1,051. North Henderson High: 1,052. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Enka High and North Henderson High rank in North Carolina?
Enka High is 298th of 528 and North Henderson High is 163rd of 528 among high schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).