Central High School vs Hernando High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Brooksville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,444 students
Hernando High School
Brooksville · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,299 students
| Measure | Central High School Brooksville, Florida | Hernando High School Brooksville, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #373 of 576 | #449 of 576 |
| National rank | #10042 of 16,910 | #11612 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 1,444 | 1,299 |
| Enrollment | 1,444 | 1,299 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.7% | 51.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 21.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 40% |
| city | Brooksville | Brooksville |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.6 vs 37.4).
- •Central High School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 40%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 40%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.7% vs 51.7%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 21.7).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,444 students compared with 1,299.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central High School better than Hernando High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central High School ranks higher (43.6 vs 37.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Central High School and Hernando High School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Brooksville and Brooksville in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,444. Hernando High School: 1,299. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Hernando High School rank in Florida?
Central High School is 373rd of 576 and Hernando High School is 449th of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).