Henderson County Public Schools (North Carolina)
Henderson County Public Schools is a school district located south of Asheville, North Carolina, located in the Blue Ridge and Appalachian Mountains of western North Carolina. The district hosts 21 schools: 12 elementary schools (grades K-5), 4 middle schools (grades 6-8), 4 high schools (grades 9-12) and 1 alternative school (grades 6-12). It is the top employer in Henderson County, North Carolina with over 1,700 in county employees.
Schools With Largest Population:
- Clear Creek Elementary School
- Rugby Middle School
- West Henderson High School
Read more about Henderson County Public Schools (North Carolina): Elementary Schools, Middle Schools, High Schools, Alternative School, Notable Alumni
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