Hernando County Jail

Hernando County Jail serves 9 students in grades 8-12. 
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 9 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Hernando County Jail's student population of 9 students has grown by 200% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a

School Rankings

The diversity score of Hernando County Jail is 0.65, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
33%
21%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.65
(19-20)
<50%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
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 the graduation rate of Hernando County Jail?
The graduation rate of Hernando County Jail is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Hernando County Jail?
9 students attend Hernando County Jail.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Hernando County Jail students are White, 33% of students are Black, and 22% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Hernando County Jail offer ?
Hernando County Jail offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hernando County Jail part of?
Hernando County Jail is part of Hernando School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 9 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : <50%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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