White students were the largest ethnic group in Henderson County in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.
Of the 686 students attending Henderson County schools, 92.9% were white. Hispanic students were the second largest ethnicity, making up 1.7% of Henderson County students.
In the previous school year, white students were also the most common group in Henderson County, representing 91.7% of the student body.
West Central Elementary School and West Central High School had the most diverse student body in Henderson County, including Hispanic and white.
The Illinois State Board of Education’s budget for fiscal year 2026 will increase from nearly $10.8 billion to about $11.2 billion. This includes a $307 million boost for K–12 schools, marking the smallest annual increase since 2020.
The agency has paused about $50 million in funding previously allocated through the Evidence-Based Funding formula for the Property Tax Relief Grant while reviewing its impact on local tax relief. Officials say the pause could affect the timing and amount of property tax relief available to taxpayers.
| School name | Most prevalent ethnicity | Percent of Total Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Central Elementary School | White | 93.5% | 321 |
| West Central High School | White | 91.1% | 203 |
| West Central Middle School | White | 93.8% | 162 |
Information in this story was obtained from the Illinois State Board of Education. The source data can be found here.
