For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 2,105 students in 32177, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32177, FL are Putnam Virtual Franchise, Putnam Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided) and Putnam Academy Of Arts And Sciences. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 32177 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 32177, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32177, FL Public Middle Schools (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.
Putnam Academy Of Arts And Sciences
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
310 South Palm Ave
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 326-4212
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 326-4212
Gr: 6-8 | 192 students Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #44.
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: #55.
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 middle schools in 32177, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32177, FL include Putnam Virtual Franchise, Putnam Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided) and Putnam Academy Of Arts And Sciences.
How many public middle schools are located in 32177?
6 public middle schools are located in 32177.
What is the racial composition of students in 32177?
32177 public middle schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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