Best Hernando Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,483 students in Hernando, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in Hernando have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
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%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
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 preschools in Hernando, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Hernando, FL include Forest Ridge Elementary School and Hernando Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Hernando?
2 public preschools are located in Hernando.
What is the racial composition of students in Hernando?
Hernando public preschools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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