For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,536 students in 34601, FL (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,368 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 34601, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34601, FL are Hernando Eschool Virtual Franchise, Brooksville Elementary School and Brooksville Engineering Science And Technology (B.e.s.t.). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34601 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34601, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34601, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hernando Eschool Virtual Franchise
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1070 Varsity Dr
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7013
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7013
Gr: 1-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Brooksville Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
885 N Broad St
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7014
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7014
Gr: PK-5 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Brooksville Engineering Science And Technology (B.e.s.t.)
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
835 School St
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 544-2373
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 544-2373
Gr: 6-8 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Hernando Virtual Instruction
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1070 Varsity Dr
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7072
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7072
Gr: K-12
Rank: #55.
Moton Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7175 Emerson Rd
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7065
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7065
Gr: PK-5 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #66.
Hernando High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 Bell Ave
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7015
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7015
Gr: 6-12 | 1,299 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #77.
D. S. Parrott Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19220 Youth Dr
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7075
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7075
Gr: 6-8 | 745 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
919 N Broad St
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7000
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7000
Gr: 1-12
34601, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hernando County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1919 N Broad Street
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-700
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-700
1036 Varsity Dr
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7013
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7013
Gr: K-12 | 21 students Minority enrollment: 29%
840 St. Francis Street
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 754-2464
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 754-2464
919 North Broad Street
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7024
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7024
Second Chance School At Kennedy Park (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
895 Kennedy Blvd.
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7008
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7008
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34601, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34601, FL include Hernando Eschool Virtual Franchise, Brooksville Elementary School and Brooksville Engineering Science And Technology (B.e.s.t.).
How many public schools are located in 34601?
8 public schools are located in 34601.
What percentage of students in 34601 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 34601 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34601?
34601 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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