School Overview
Central High School, located on Ken Austin Parkway in Brooksville, Florida, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Hernando County School District. As a public high school, it is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes a balanced environment that integrates rigorous classroom instruction with various extracurricular opportunities to foster student growth and community engagement.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Central High School is committed to cultivating a supportive school culture that encourages student involvement in athletics, clubs, and service-oriented activities. By leveraging resources within the Hernando County school system, the institution strives to meet the diverse needs of its student body while maintaining a focus on college and career readiness. The school serves as a central hub for the Brooksville community, working to equip its students with the skills, values, and experiences necessary to navigate their future endeavors effectively.
1,426
Total Students
75.0
Full-Time Teachers
19.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
47.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White744
Hispanic414
Black144
Asian35
Two or More84
American Indian3
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    744 (52.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    414 (29.0 %)
  • Black
    144 (10.1 %)
  • Two or More
    84 (5.9 %)
  • Asian
    35 (2.5 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: HERNANDO
Phone: (352)797-7020
Website: http://www.hernandoschools.org/chs
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,426
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 75.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 605
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 69
Grades Taught
Grade 9 395
Grade 10 352
Grade 11 353
Grade 12 326

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9395
Grade 10352
Grade 11353
Grade 12326
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female65145.7%
Male77554.3%