For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,483 students in 34442, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 34442, FL are Forest Ridge Elementary School and Hernando Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 34442 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 34442, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34442, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Forest Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2927 N Forest Ridge Blvd
Hernando, FL 34442
(352) 527-1808
Hernando, FL 34442
(352) 527-1808
Grades: PK-5
| 698 students
Rank: #22.
Hernando Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2975 E Trailblazer Ln
Hernando, FL 34442
(352) 726-1833
Hernando, FL 34442
(352) 726-1833
Grades: PK-5
| 785 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 34442, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 34442, FL include Forest Ridge Elementary School and Hernando Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 34442?
2 public elementary schools are located in 34442.
What is the racial composition of students in 34442?
34442 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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