Central High School vs West Hernando Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 601 m 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
West Hernando Middle School
Brooksville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
666 students
| Measure | Central High School Brooksville, Florida | West Hernando Middle School Brooksville, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #373 of 576 | #344 of 563 |
| National rank | #10042 of 16,910 | #7620 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,444 | 666 |
| Enrollment | 1,444 | 666 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.7% | 55.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 55% |
| city | Brooksville | Brooksville |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Hernando Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.2 vs 43.6).
- •West Hernando Middle School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 44%).
- •West Hernando Middle School does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 42%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.7% vs 55.6%).
- •West Hernando Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 18.8).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,444 students compared with 666.
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 West Hernando Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), West Hernando Middle School ranks higher (50.2 vs 43.6 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 West Hernando Middle School?
About 601 m in a straight line, between Brooksville and Brooksville in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,444. West Hernando Middle School: 666. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and West Hernando Middle School rank in Florida?
Central High School is 373rd of 576 and West Hernando Middle School is 344th of 563 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).