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Best Palatka Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,129 students in Palatka, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Palatka, FL are Putnam Virtual Franchise, Putnam Academy Of Arts And Sciences and Mellon Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palatka, FL public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in Palatka have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Middle Schools in Palatka, FL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Putnam Virtual Franchise
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
200 Reid St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0536
Gr: K-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Putnam Academy Of Arts And Sciences
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
310 South Palm Ave
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 326-4212
Gr: 6-8 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Mellon Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
301 Mellon Road
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0593
Gr: PK-12 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Palatka Jr - Sr High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
302 Mellon Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0577
Gr: 7-12 | 1,606 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Palatka, Florida

Palatka, Florida Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1414 Bronson St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 312-4937
Gr: 9-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
1100 S 18th St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0569
Gr: 6 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
301 Mellon Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0593
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
200 South 7th St Campbell Adm
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0635
156 Horseman Club Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0530
Gr: 5-12
0200 S 7th Street
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-051
1100 N 19th St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0588
Gr: 7-8 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Palatka, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Palatka, FL include Putnam Virtual Franchise, Putnam Academy Of Arts And Sciences and Mellon Learning Center.
How many public middle schools are located in Palatka?
4 public middle schools are located in Palatka.
What is the racial composition of students in Palatka?
Palatka public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

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