Serving 672 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brooksville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brooksville Elementary School's student population of 672 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Motto
6 Houses 1 Family
School Rankings
Brooksville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooksville Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1759 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
63%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooksville Elementary School's ranking?
Brooksville Elementary School is ranked #1759 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Brooksville Elementary School often compared to?
Brooksville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chocachatti Elementary School, Challenger K-8 School Of Science And Math by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Brooksville Elementary School?
672 students attend Brooksville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Brooksville Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooksville Elementary School?
Brooksville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brooksville Elementary School offer ?
Brooksville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brooksville Elementary School part of?
Brooksville Elementary School is part of Hernando School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Labor Day - Schools closed
September 01, 2025 (Monday)
Veterans Day - Schools closed
November 11, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
M.L. King Day - Schools closed
January 19, 2026 (Monday)
Presidents Day - Schools closed
February 16, 2026 (Monday)
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