JAMES A. LONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

JAMES A. LONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PUTNAM school district, located in PALATKA, FL with about 668 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, JAMES A. LONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

JAMES A. LONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Palatka, Florida, serving students within the Putnam County School District. The school is committed to providing a foundational educational experience for children in the local community, focusing on academic growth, character development, and preparing students for success in their future educational endeavors. By fostering a supportive and structured environment, the school aims to meet the diverse needs of its student body through a standard curriculum and various campus programs.

As a member of the Putnam County school system, James A. Long Elementary emphasizes the importance of community involvement and clear communication between educators and families. The school’s digital platform serves as a hub for parents and guardians to access resources, stay informed about academic calendars, and engage with school policies. With its focus on foundational learning and community partnership, the school strives to create an inclusive environment where students can develop both academically and socially throughout their elementary years.

For more information, contact JAMES A. LONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (386) 329-0575 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1400 OLD JACKSONVILLE RD
PALATKA, FL 32177-8600
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JAMES A. LONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in PALATKA, FL with about 668 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
PUTNAM
Total Students:
668
Teachers:
39
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 668 students

White
66.3%
Black or African American
26.3%
Hispanic/Latino
4.5%
Two or more races
2.2%
Asian
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
49.3%
Male
50.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.