 Henderson is located in Clark County, Nevada, about seven miles southeast of Las Vegas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 175,381, with a 2006 Census estimate placing the population at 240,614. The Clark County Comprehensive Planning Department estimated the population to be 256,390 as of July 1, 2006. This makes it the second largest city in Nevada displacing Reno for the #2 spot.
As of 2006, according to the city, Henderson measured 94.5 mi². Mountains surround the city, and most have gentle slopes. The Mccullough Range is the range closest to the city and most of this range is covered by black rocks from a volcanic explosion millions of years ago. These mountains reach an average height of about 3,800 feet. The landscape consists of desert with hardly any water. The only water that is in the city is from washes such as Duck Creek.
The Clark County School District provides elementary and secondary public education. Henderson is the location of 29 elementary schools, nine middle schools, and nine high schools. Five of the nine high schools are public schools. A tenth public high school, Silverado High School, also serves parts of Henderson but is located in the unincorporated area of Clark County.
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