For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,913 students in Palatka, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in Palatka, FL are Putnam Virtual Franchise, Putnam Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided) and Mellon Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palatka, FL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Palatka have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Palatka, FL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Palatka Jr - Sr High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Palatka, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Putnam Virtual Franchise
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Reid St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0536
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0536
Gr: K-12 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Putnam Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided)
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Reid St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0532
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0532
Gr: K-12 | 26 students Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Mellon Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
301 Mellon Road
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0593
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0593
Gr: PK-12 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Palatka Jr - Sr High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
302 Mellon Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0577
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0577
Gr: 7-12 | 1,568 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Palatka, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Palatka, FL include Putnam Virtual Franchise, Putnam Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided) and Mellon Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in Palatka?
5 public high schools are located in Palatka.
What is the racial composition of students in Palatka?
Palatka public high schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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