Palatka Jr.-Sr. High School

Palatka Jr.-Sr. High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
302 Mellon Rd,  Palatka, FL
Putnam County School District
3.4
3.4
1,606 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. James Stout
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Average SAT Score
1010
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
31%
Reading Proficiency
29%
Average GPA
3.39
Graduation Rate
86%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.39
Reading Proficiency
29%
Math Proficiency
31%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
74
Full Time Teachers
74
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1010
Math
490
Verbal
520
Average ACT
22
Math
20
English
22
Reading
24
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Pass Rate
9.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
36%
State Average
20%
Science
38%
State Average
23%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
529:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.2%
Female
48.8%
White
50%
Black
37.8%
Hispanic
7.9%
Two or more races
3.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of North Florida 197 Students
University of Florida 182 Students
St. Johns River State College 142 Students
Florida State University 130 Students
University of Central Florida 126 Students
Santa Fe College 103 Students
University of South Florida 96 Students
Florida A&M University 96 Students
Jacksonville University 73 Students
University of Miami 68 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 69 Students
Business 45 Students
Physical Therapy 25 Students
Biology 23 Students
Psychology 18 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 16 Students
Dental Hygiene 15 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 13 Students
Elementary Education 13 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 13 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.4 177 Reviews
2.0
1/9/2025
was not a great school I would not take my child there teachers are not helpful staff do not accommodate so much violence etc
3.0 Senior
4/21/2020
I have had my ups and downs with Palatka high. The main problems are just the administrators. When need better people to run this school.
3.0 Alum
1/17/2020
I do not recommend this school at all hopefully others will take their kids else where or at least try to change the school for the better.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 6 Reviews
1.0 parent
5/16/2014
This is not a school. This is where administration makes up a reason to give children OSS or ISS depending on how bad the teacher needs a break from children. The superintendent is a major joke. This hag doesn't listen to a parent's concern nor does she care. If you want your child to get an educati...
4.0 other
5/12/2013
It's actually not that bad of a place. There are a few snooty teachers there, but for the most part a lot seem to care about whether or not their students pass and are willing to make an effort to help the student. A lot of those who talk bad about it are the ones who don't put in effort and tend to...
2.0 parent
4/6/2010
student
3/23/2010
This school, like most, is a joke. I suggest anyone attending who is serious about there education get there GED and go strait to SJRCC as soon as they tern 16.

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Palatka Jr.-Sr. High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Palatka, FL, in the Palatka neighborhood, and is served by the Putnam County School District in Florida. The school has a total enrollment of 1,606 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 31% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 29% are proficient in reading. Palatka Jr.-Sr. High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.39, the graduation rate is 86%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1010 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $277,418. Discover additional schools in the area, like Mellon Learning Center, Interlachen High School, Putnam Virtual School, and more. Learn more about what Palatka has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Palatka Jr.-Sr. High School.

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