Serving 645 students in grades 6-8, West Hernando Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Hernando Middle School's student population of 645 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Hernando Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Hernando Middle School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2740 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
12%
21%
White
51%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Hernando Middle School's ranking?
West Hernando Middle School is ranked #2740 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Hernando Middle School often compared to?
West Hernando Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Powell Middle School, Fox Chapel Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend West Hernando Middle School?
645 students attend West Hernando Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of West Hernando Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Hernando Middle School?
West Hernando Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Hernando Middle School offer ?
West Hernando Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Hernando Middle School part of?
West Hernando Middle School is part of Hernando School District.
School Reviews
2 5/2/2015
I'm not to happy with the way the school runs. The teachers really don't care about the students. And once they don't like a child for any little thing they will be sent the office. It's a middle school with a lot of teenagers, kids that THINK they are grown. if teachers are not able to handle and talk to these kids. Maybe they should try teaching elementary school.
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