Top 3 Best Palatka Public High Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,970 students in Palatka, FL.
The top ranked public high schools in Palatka, FL are Putnam Virtual Franchise, Mellon Learning Center and Palatka Jr - Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palatka, FL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Florida public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Palatka have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Palatka, FL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Florida average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Palatka Jr - Sr High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public High Schools in Palatka, FL (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Putnam Virtual Franchise
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
200 Reid St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0536
Grades: K-12
| 64 students
Rank: #22.
Mellon Learning Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
156 Horseman Club Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0595
Grades: PK-12
| 267 students
Rank: #33.
Palatka Jr - Sr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
302 Mellon Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0577
Grades: 7-12
| 1,639 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Palatka, Florida

Palatka, Florida Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1414 Bronson St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 312-4937
Grades: 9-12
| 46 students
1100 S 18th St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0569
Grades: 6
| 340 students
301 Mellon Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0593
Grades: PK-5
| 336 students
200 South 7th St Campbell Adm
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0635
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
156 Horseman Club Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0530
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
0200 S 7th Street
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-051
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
200 S 7th St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 385-7292
Grades: 9-12
| 51 students
1100 N 19th St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0588
Grades: 7-8
| 515 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in Palatka, FL?
The top ranked public high schools in Palatka, FL include Putnam Virtual Franchise, Mellon Learning Center and Palatka Jr - Sr High School.
How many public high schools are located in Palatka?
3 public high schools are located in Palatka.
What is the racial composition of students in Palatka?
Palatka public high schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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