Summary:
In zip code 38340 (Henderson, Tennessee), there is just one high school—Chester County High School—which serves students in grades 9 through 12 and belongs to the highly ranked Chester County Schools district. As the only high school in the area, it is the central academic hub for the community.
The school holds an impressive 4-star rating and has ranked in the 80th percentile or higher among Tennessee high schools for three consecutive years, peaking at the 88th percentile in 2023–2024. Its graduation rate of 92.9% exceeds the state average of 90.5%, and its dropout rate of 5.1% is lower than the state’s 6.7%. Academically, the school excels in several subjects: U.S. History proficiency stands at 62.1% compared to 42.4% statewide, English II at 71.1% vs. 58.1%, Algebra II at 46.8% vs. 37.3%, and Biology I at 57.6% vs. 49.8%. However, math proficiency lags in Algebra I (29.3% vs. 32.3%) and Geometry (35.3% vs. 42.3%). Year-over-year, the school improved in Algebra I, Biology I, and English II, but saw declines in English I, Geometry, and Algebra II.
The biggest concern is chronic absenteeism: 24.1% of students are chronically absent, well above the district rate of 17.8% and state rate of 18.3%. Still, the students who attend regularly perform well, especially upperclassmen in U.S. History and English II. With per-student spending of $10,883, Chester County High School remains a strong choice for families in the area, though early high school math and attendance are areas to watch.
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