For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,345 students in 34601, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 34601, FL are Hernando Eschool Virtual Franchise, Hernando Virtual Instruction and Hernando High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 34601 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 34601, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 34601 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hernando Eschool Virtual Franchise, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34601, FL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hernando Eschool Virtual Franchise
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1070 Varsity Dr
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7013
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7013
Gr: 1-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Hernando Virtual Instruction
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1070 Varsity Dr
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7072
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7072
Gr: K-12
Rank: #33.
Hernando High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 Bell Ave
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7015
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7015
Gr: 6-12 | 1,299 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
919 N Broad St
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7000
Brooksville, FL 34601
(352) 797-7000
Gr: 1-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 34601, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 34601, FL include Hernando Eschool Virtual Franchise, Hernando Virtual Instruction and Hernando High School.
How many public high schools are located in 34601?
4 public high schools are located in 34601.
What is the racial composition of students in 34601?
34601 public high schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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