Best Schools in Interlachen, Florida
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Robert H. Jenkins JR Elementary School
Elementary · Putnam. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Interlachen JR-SR High School
High · Putnam. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$87,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$87,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Interlachen
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Robert H. Jenkins JR Elementary School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Interlachen JR-SR High School | 3.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $45,320
- Median home value
- $87,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 12%
- Avg commute
- 37 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Interlachen compares
Median household income
$45k
61% of Florida median
Putnam runs Interlachen's public schools
2 public schools. Putnam is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Interlachen is a Putnam school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.4 to 5.5 — the spread is inside Interlachen, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Interlachen, Florida
Interlachen, Florida is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Interlachen show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Interlachen is Robert H. Jenkins JR Elementary School with a composite score of 5.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Interlachen is served by 1 school district: PUTNAM. These districts collectively serve 10,178 students.
Interlachen's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,320. The poverty rate in the area is 26.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 869 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,068 students · 7th–12th | 3.4 |
Schools in Interlachen
Interlachen, Florida · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$45,320
Median Home Value
$87,800
Median Rent
$737/mo
Population
11,580
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
37 min
Poverty Rate
26.4%
Community Profile
Interlachen has a median household income of $45,320. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $87,800, with a median rent of $737/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
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- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Interlachen, Florida
How many schools are in Interlachen, Florida?
Interlachen has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Interlachen, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Interlachen is 4.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Interlachen, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Interlachen on MySchoolScout is Robert H. Jenkins JR Elementary School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Interlachen, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Interlachen on MySchoolScout is Robert H. Jenkins JR Elementary School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best high school in Interlachen, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Interlachen on MySchoolScout is Interlachen JR-SR High School with a composite score of 3.4/10.
How many school districts serve Interlachen, Florida?
Interlachen is served by 1 school district: Putnam.
What is the education level in Interlachen, Florida?
According to Census data, 12% of adults in Interlachen have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Interlachen, Florida?
The median household income in Interlachen is approximately $45,320 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Interlachen, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Interlachen is 19.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Interlachen, Florida?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.