THE CHILDREN'S READING CENTER

THE CHILDREN'S READING CENTER is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the PUTNAM school district, located in PALATKA, FL with about 242 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 11 teachers, THE CHILDREN'S READING CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

THE CHILDREN'S READING CENTER (CRC) is a specialized public charter school located in Palatka, Florida, serving students in grades K–5. As a tuition-free school operating within the Putnam County School District, its primary mission is to foster academic excellence through a curriculum that emphasizes literacy and fundamental reading skills. The school is known for maintaining a focused, student-centered environment that aims to build a strong educational foundation during the formative elementary years.

In addition to its core academic focus, THE CHILDREN'S READING CENTER utilizes a unique charter model to provide individualized attention and consistent support for its student body. The school maintains a close-knit campus culture, encouraging active parental involvement and community engagement to ensure student success. By prioritizing a structured approach to reading and core subjects, the school prepares its students for a smooth transition into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact THE CHILDREN'S READING CENTER at (386) 328-9990 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

7901 SAINT JOHNS AVE
PALATKA, FL 32177-1730
Advertisement

THE CHILDREN'S READING CENTER is a public Title I Charter school in PALATKA, FL with about 242 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
PUTNAM DISTRICT OFFICE
District:
PUTNAM
Total Students:
242
Teachers:
11
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
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.

Advertisement

School Demographics for 242 students

White
64.5%
Black or African American
25.2%
Two or more races
6.2%
Hispanic/Latino
2.9%
Asian
1.2%

Female
51.2%
Male
48.8%

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.