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.
1,444
Total Students
77.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
46.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White700
Hispanic495
Black145
Asian28
Two or More73
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    700 (48.5%)
  • Hispanic
    495 (34.3%)
  • Black
    145 (10.0%)
  • Two or More
    73 (5.1%)
  • Asian
    28 (1.9%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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: 1,444
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 77.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 605
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 69
Grades Taught
Grade 9 386
Grade 10 370
Grade 11 359
Grade 12 329

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9386
Grade 10370
Grade 11359
Grade 12329
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female67246.5%
Male77253.5%