Central High School, or CHS, is a charter four-year high school located at 14075 Ken Austin Parkway in Brooksville, Florida, United States, which is north of Tampa. The school currently has 1,610 students enrolled as of 2013.
Serving 1,452 students in grades 9-12, Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central High School's student population of 1,452 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1988
Colors
Green, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central High School is 0.64, 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
#2926 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
33%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
49%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #2926 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Central High School often compared to?
Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank W. Springstead High School, Weeki Wachee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 89%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Central High School?
1,452 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Central High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Hernando School District.
School Reviews
5 1/6/2015
My name is Patricia Wright and after teaching at the Pasco County Juvenile Detention Center for 25 years, I will be retiring at the end of January 2015. I am interested in substitute teaching in Hernando County as I live close to the Hernando County line. Please send me information on subbing in Hernando County.
Thank You,
Patricia
5 7/18/2008
I do recommend central. I am going into my junior year and love the way the school is run.We have phenomenal roll models as well as friends. Central High school is like a family of it's own.
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