FernLeaf vs West Henderson High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North Carolina, United States, 6.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
FernLeaf
Fletcher · Charter other · Grades K–11
763 students
West Henderson High
Hendersonville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,053 students
| Measure | FernLeaf Fletcher, North Carolina | West Henderson High Hendersonville, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | – | #72 of 528 |
| National rank | – | #3623 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | High |
| Year range | Grades K–11 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 763 | 1,053 |
| Enrollment | 763 | 1,053 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 36.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 63% |
| city | Fletcher | Hendersonville |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Henderson High does better on math proficiency (63% vs 27%).
- •West Henderson High does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •FernLeaf does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 16.0).
- •West Henderson High is the larger school with 1,053 students compared with 763.
- •FernLeaf is a charter school while West Henderson High is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 FernLeaf better than West Henderson High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are FernLeaf and West Henderson High?
About 6.7 km in a straight line, between Fletcher and Hendersonville in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
FernLeaf: 763. West Henderson High: 1,053. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do FernLeaf and West Henderson High rank in North Carolina?
FernLeaf is unranked and West Henderson High is 72nd of 528 among other schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).