The curriculum also includes dual enrollment programs through Pasco–Hernando State College as well as Advanced Placement courses on campus and through Florida Virtual School.

At the time, 10th would be the highest level of education offered in Hernando County The proposal passed and the committee purchased land for the new school from Martha and Thomas Cook in the Saxon Heights area near the old Scarborough House.

A frame structure was completed and on February 4, 1889, Hernando High School opened.

At its inception the Hernando High School staff consisted of Principal E. R. Warrener and 3 teachers.

Hardy Croom and Alda Burns Wright were notable members of the inaugural class of 1889.