Palatka High School is a public high school located in Palatka, Florida, operated by the Putnam County School Board. The school was established 1977 after merging two existing schools - Palatka Central and Palatka South.
Serving 1,568 students in grades 7-12, Palatka Jr - Sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palatka Jr - Sr High School's student population of 1,568 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1977
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palatka Jr - Sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palatka Jr - Sr High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3305 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
38%
Black
37%
21%
White
50%
34%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palatka Jr - Sr High School's ranking?
Palatka Jr - Sr High School is ranked #3305 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palatka Jr - Sr High School often compared to?
Palatka Jr - Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Interlachen Jr-sr High School, Crescent City Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palatka Jr - Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Palatka Jr - Sr High School is 86%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palatka Jr - Sr High School?
1,568 students attend Palatka Jr - Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Palatka Jr - Sr High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palatka Jr - Sr High School?
Palatka Jr - Sr High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palatka Jr - Sr High School offer ?
Palatka Jr - Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palatka Jr - Sr High School part of?
Palatka Jr - Sr High School is part of Putnam School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
my name is vanessa morgan i moved this year i recomment the school as well as the teacher MRS. ROllinson. The greatest woman i ever meet, she reallly cares about her kids(students) as well as there education
SIncerly,
Vanessa A. Morgan
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