PALATKA JR - SR HIGH SCHOOL

PUTNAM
302 MELLON RD
PALATKA, FL 32177
1,639 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Palatka High School is a public secondary institution located in Palatka, Florida, serving as part of the Putnam County School District. As the primary high school for the local community, it offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core academic subjects, elective programs, and various extracurricular activities designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages student growth, community involvement, and academic achievement.

Beyond its standard classroom instruction, Palatka High School provides opportunities for students to engage in athletics, career and technical education (CTE) programs, and student organizations. By utilizing its official portal, families and community members can stay informed about school policies, academic calendars, and campus events. The school serves as a central hub for student life in Putnam County, focusing on preparing its diverse student body for post-graduation success through a mix of traditional and specialized educational pathways.
1,639
Total Students
76.0
Full-Time Teachers
21.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
49.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    819 (50.0 %)
  • Black
    620 (37.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    129 (7.9 %)
  • Two or More
    59 (3.6 %)
  • Asian
    9 (0.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: PUTNAM
Phone: (386)329-0577
Website: http://www.putnamschools.org/o/phs
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 1,639
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 76.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 744
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 63

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 7 254
Grade 8 302
Grade 9 339
Grade 10 281
Grade 11 238
Grade 12 225
Gender Ratio