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#2704 of 3,778 schools in FL
William D. Moseley Elementary School
Elementary School · PUTNAM
1100 HUSSON AVE, Palatka, FL 32177
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,704 of 3,778
In Palatka
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#8 of 16
PUTNAM
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William D. Moseley Elementary School
Elementary School in Palatka · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About William D. Moseley Elementary School
William D. Moseley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Palatka, FL, part of PUTNAM. William D.
Moseley Elementary School serves approximately 585 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. William D. Moseley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,704 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for William D. Moseley Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
72% of students at William D. Moseley Elementary 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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William D. Moseley Elementary School — Students at William D. Moseley Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 35 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.2/10.
How William D. Moseley Elementary School Compares
See how William D. Moseley Elementary 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
1100 HUSSON AVE, Palatka, FL 32177
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William D. Moseley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE CHILDREN'S READING CENTER (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCHOOL OF THE HEIGHTS (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTH WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Elkton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palatka, see our Palatka schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HILLCREST ACADEMY Palatka | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| PUTNAM ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Palatka | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| SCHOOL OF THE HEIGHTS Palatka | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| MELLON LEARNING CENTER Palatka | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| PALATKA JR - SR HIGH SCHOOL Palatka | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| PUTNAM VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Palatka | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| JAMES A. LONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palatka | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| THE CHILDREN'S READING CENTER Palatka | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| PENIEL BAPTIST ACADEMY Palatka | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| KELLEY SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palatka | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| BROWNING-PEARCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Mateo | 4.7 mi | 4.2 |
| DESERET ACADEMY Satsuma | 6.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOHNS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Palatka | 10.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ST. JOHNS COUNTY JAIL (DJJ) Hastings | 11.5 mi | — |
| DEEP CREEK ACADEMY Hastings | 11.5 mi | — |
| CRESCENT CITY JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Crescent City | 13.5 mi | 5.0 |
| SOUTH WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkton | 12.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Q.I. ROBERTS JR. - SR. HIGH SCHOOL Florahome | 13.1 mi | 8.2 |
| INTERLACHEN JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL Interlachen | 13.9 mi | 4.0 |
| ROBERT H. JENKINS JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Interlachen | 14.2 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William D. Moseley Elementary School
What grades does William D. Moseley Elementary School serve?
William D. Moseley Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend William D. Moseley Elementary School?
William D. Moseley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 585 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William D. Moseley Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at William D. Moseley Elementary School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William D. Moseley Elementary School rank in FL?
William D. Moseley Elementary School ranks #2,704 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is William D. Moseley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
William D. Moseley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 William D. Moseley Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William D. Moseley Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is William D. Moseley Elementary School a charter school?
No, William D. Moseley Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William D. Moseley Elementary School a Title I school?
No, William D. Moseley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William D. Moseley Elementary School?
86.8% of students at William D. Moseley Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 585
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Putnam County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.0%
- Phone
- (386) 329-0562
Resources & Links
District
PUTNAM- District Enrollment
- 10,178
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,682
- District Rank
- #8 of 16
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