Serving 51 students in grades 9-12, Putnam Edge High 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Putnam Edge High School's student population of 51 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
51 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Putnam Edge High 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 Putnam Edge High School is 0.54, 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
#3411 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
37%
Black
53%
21%
White
43%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Putnam Edge High School's ranking?
Putnam Edge High School is ranked #3411 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Putnam Edge High School often compared to?
Putnam Edge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palatka Jr - Sr High School, Crescent City Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Putnam Edge High School?
The graduation rate of Putnam Edge High School is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Putnam Edge High School?
51 students attend Putnam Edge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Putnam Edge High School students are Black, 43% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Putnam Edge High School?
Putnam Edge High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Putnam Edge High School offer ?
Putnam Edge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Putnam Edge High School part of?
Putnam Edge High School is part of Putnam School District.
In what neighborhood is Putnam Edge High School located?
Putnam Edge High School is located in the South Historic District neighborhood of Palatka, FL.
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