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, 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
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
38%
Black
37%
21%
White
50%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
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
1 10/10/2025
This is horribly run as challenges must be met. Special Education is necessary as average and top flight students are hampered by bad behaviour, special needs that has to be addressed. Parent backing disrupts the success chain. There is no music or art which is a travesty. These subjects are proven to help the main courses available. The head of schools here needed to help the quality of education and not rely just on graduation rates. This is a horrific situation as Palatka and Putnam Country are in the bottom 50%. This has to mean something to parents, Administration, and School Administration.
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