Best Hernando Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,483 students in Hernando, FL.

The top-ranked public schools in Hernando, FL are Forest Ridge Elementary School and Hernando Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Hernando, FL public schools have an score of 58% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and score of 55% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Hernando have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.

Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Hernando, FL (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Forest Ridge Elementary School

(Math: 60% | Reading: 60%)
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Top 30%

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2927 N Forest Ridge Blvd
Hernando, FL 34442
(352) 527-1808

Gr: PK-5 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%

Rank: #22.

Hernando Elementary School

(Math: 57% | Reading: 50%)
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2975 E Trailblazer Ln
Hernando, FL 34442
(352) 726-1833

Gr: PK-5 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Hernando, FL?

The top-ranked public schools in Hernando, FL include Forest Ridge Elementary School and Hernando Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in Hernando?

2 public schools are located in Hernando.

What is the racial composition of students in Hernando?

Hernando public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).