Henderson High School

Henderson High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
400 Montgomery Ave,  West Chester, PA
West Chester Area School District
3.9
4.6
1,465 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1280
Average ACT Score
28
Math Proficiency
85%
Reading Proficiency
83%
Average GPA
3.65
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B+
Teachers
A-
College Prep
B
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.65
Reading Proficiency
83%
Math Proficiency
85%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
106
Full Time Teachers
106
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1280
Math
640
Verbal
640
Average ACT
28
Math
27
English
28
Reading
29
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
24
AP Pass Rate
79.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
276:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.2%
Female
48.8%
White
74.2%
Hispanic
9.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9%
Black
4.5%
Two or more races
2.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Penn State 412 Students
University of Pittsburgh 321 Students
Temple University 249 Students
West Chester University of Pennsylvania 238 Students
Drexel University 187 Students
University of Pennsylvania 147 Students
University of Delaware 129 Students
New York University 101 Students
Carnegie Mellon University 99 Students
Boston University 94 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 182 Students
Biology 111 Students
Psychology 92 Students
Computer Science 88 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 78 Students
Marketing 78 Students
Nursing 68 Students
Finance 68 Students
Engineering 66 Students
Political Science and Government 50 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 223 Reviews
5.0 Junior
3/9/2025
Henderson is a great school that has not only pushed me as a student but it has also prepared me for life after high school.
5.0 Sophomore
1/30/2024
I have had a great time during my Henderson career. The athletic atmosphere is awesome with many packed games throughout all sports. The teachers here are always open to giving you extra help if you are struggling and overall just are kind and helpful. The students are also very kind here and it is very easy to make friends. I don't have a worst part because, for the most part, my experience has been great. If I were to change one thing it would be to have the school supply the students with an easy-to-navigate guide on all of the extracurriculars Henderson High School has to offer.
4.0 Alum
6/27/2023
I experienced the company of many great teachers, fellow students, and other staff member at henderson. I enjoyed all the school sporting events and also the annual dances. Overall great highschool experience and wouldn't rather it any other way
GreatSchools Reviews
4.6 8 Reviews
2.0 student
9/16/2025
I'm a current student at Henderson High School I feel like this school is way to overwhelming and soul-sucking. Because Dr. Sherlock has no rules about class taking, a literal 14 year could take AP Calculus because they felt like it- and had the prerequisites! This amount of competition makes you fe...
5.0 student
10/23/2019
This school is wonderful! It has over 100 clubs.
5.0 parent
6/4/2017
Our son is freshman at Henderson and he really likes the school. Anytime he needs extra help after school the teachers always are ready to stay and help. Beautiful school with great facilities and welcoming atmosphere. Strict policies on bullying and respectful behavior makes for a safe environment...
5.0 student
11/6/2015
ive been at Henderson for 2 years now and ive seen nothing but amazing teachers. the teachers challenge you in any way they can but we always come out knowing more than we ever thought.

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Henderson High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in West Chester, PA, in the West Chester neighborhood, and is served by the West Chester Area School District in Pennsylvania. The school has a total enrollment of 1,465 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 85% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 83% are proficient in reading. Henderson High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.65, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1280 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $591,767. Discover additional schools in the area, like West Chester East High School, West Chester Christian School, Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School, and more. Learn more about what West Chester has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Henderson High School.

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