Below Average
#3064 of 3,778 schools in FL
Palatka JR - SR High School
High School · PUTNAM
302 MELLON RD, Palatka, FL 32177
Enrollment
1,606
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
1,606
Student-Teacher
21.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,064 of 3,778
In Palatka
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#10 of 16
PUTNAM
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Palatka JR - SR High School
High School in Palatka · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Palatka JR - SR High School
Palatka JR - SR High School is a public high school in Palatka, FL, part of PUTNAM. Palatka JR - SR High School serves approximately 1,606 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 21.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Palatka JR - SR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,064 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Palatka JR - SR High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Palatka JR - SR High School runs 21.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
68% of students at Palatka JR - SR High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Palatka JR - SR High School — Students at Palatka JR - SR High School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How Palatka JR - SR High School Compares
See how Palatka JR - SR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
302 MELLON RD, Palatka, FL 32177
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palatka JR - SR High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Q.I. ROBERTS JR. - SR. HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Florahome), which scores notably higher. Another option is CRESCENT CITY JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Crescent City), with a very similar rating. Additionally, INTERLACHEN JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.0/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Interlachen), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Palatka, see our Palatka schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MELLON LEARNING CENTER Palatka | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| PUTNAM ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Palatka | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| SCHOOL OF THE HEIGHTS Palatka | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| WILLIAM D. MOSELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palatka | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| HILLCREST ACADEMY Palatka | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| JAMES A. LONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palatka | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| THE CHILDREN'S READING CENTER Palatka | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| KELLEY SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palatka | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| PUTNAM VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Palatka | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| PENIEL BAPTIST ACADEMY Palatka | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| BROWNING-PEARCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Mateo | 5.8 mi | 4.2 |
| DESERET ACADEMY Satsuma | 6.7 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOHNS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Palatka | 10.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Q.I. ROBERTS JR. - SR. HIGH SCHOOL Florahome | 12.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ST. JOHNS COUNTY JAIL (DJJ) Hastings | 12.1 mi | — |
| DEEP CREEK ACADEMY Hastings | 12.1 mi | — |
| INTERLACHEN JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Interlachen | 13.0 mi | 4.0 |
| CRESCENT CITY JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Crescent City | 14.4 mi | 5.0 |
| SOUTH WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkton | 13.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ROBERT H. JENKINS JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Interlachen | 13.3 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32177 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,486
Median Home Value
$158,800
Median Rent
$940/mo
Population
26,046
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
41.6
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| EAST LEE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Lehigh Acres, FL | 4.7 |
| FELIX VARELA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Miami, FL | 4.7 |
| FRANK H. PETERSON ACADEMIES Jacksonville, FL | 4.7 |
| J. M. TATE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cantonment, FL | 4.7 |
| SPOTO HIGH SCHOOL Riverview, FL | 4.7 |
| TITUSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Titusville, FL | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palatka JR - SR High School
What grades does Palatka JR - SR High School serve?
Palatka JR - SR High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Palatka JR - SR High School?
Palatka JR - SR High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,606 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palatka JR - SR High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Palatka JR - SR High School is 21.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palatka JR - SR High School rank in FL?
Palatka JR - SR High School ranks #3,064 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Palatka JR - SR High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Palatka JR - SR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Palatka JR - SR High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palatka JR - SR High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palatka JR - SR High School a charter school?
No, Palatka JR - SR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palatka JR - SR High School a Title I school?
No, Palatka JR - SR High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palatka JR - SR High School?
65.6% of students at Palatka JR - SR High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,606
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Putnam County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.4%
- Phone
- (386) 329-0577
- 4-Year Graduation
- 93.0%
Resources & Links
District
PUTNAM- District Enrollment
- 10,178
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,682
- District Rank
- #10 of 16
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