Serving 1,189 students in grades 6-12, Hernando 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hernando High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hernando High School's student population of 1,189 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hernando High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hernando High School is 0.54, 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
#2174 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
36%
Black
12%
21%
White
65%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hernando High School's ranking?
Hernando High School is ranked #2174 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hernando High School often compared to?
Hernando High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weeki Wachee High School, Nature Coast Technical High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hernando High School?
The graduation rate of Hernando High School is 86%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Hernando High School?
1,189 students attend Hernando High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hernando High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hernando High School?
Hernando High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hernando High School offer ?
Hernando High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Hernando High School part of?
Hernando High School is part of Hernando School District.
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