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#2451 of 3,778 schools in FL
Brooksville Elementary School
Elementary School · HERNANDO
885 N BROAD ST, Brooksville, FL 34601
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,451 of 3,778
In Brooksville
#8 of 14
public schools
In district
#18 of 27
HERNANDO
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Brooksville Elementary School
Brooksville Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brooksville, FL, part of HERNANDO. Brooksville Elementary School serves approximately 672 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooksville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,451 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Brooksville Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Brooksville Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Brooksville Elementary School — Students at Brooksville Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How Brooksville Elementary School Compares
See how Brooksville Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
885 N BROAD ST, Brooksville, FL 34601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brooksville Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHOCACHATTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 7.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHALLENGER K-8 SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND MATH (rated 8.4/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Spring Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE FIRST UNITED METHODIST SCHOOL CENTER (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooksville, see our Brooksville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,365
Median Home Value
$151,500
Median Rent
$1,066/mo
Population
23,648
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
70.7%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
51.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brooksville Elementary School
What grades does Brooksville Elementary School serve?
Brooksville Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Brooksville Elementary School?
Brooksville Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 672 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooksville Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brooksville Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brooksville Elementary School rank in FL?
Brooksville Elementary School ranks #2,451 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Brooksville Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brooksville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brooksville Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooksville Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Brooksville Elementary School a charter school?
No, Brooksville Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brooksville Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Brooksville Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooksville Elementary School?
70.2% of students at Brooksville Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 672
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Hernando County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (352) 797-7014
Resources & Links
District
HERNANDO- District Enrollment
- 24,015
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,856
- District Rank
- #18 of 27
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