Putnam County Schools & Education
Putnam County, Florida
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
33/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Lower Signal
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 89.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,991
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,118
School Score
33/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 36/100
State Score Position
#46
of 67 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Putnam County
Measured School Summary
Despite a lower school score of 33/100, Putnam County maintains a strong graduation rate of 90.0%, suggesting effective student support systems.
Funding Context
At $5,991 per pupil, Putnam County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 10% below the Florida average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 0.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 2% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Putnam County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
19 public schools and 1 district are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
33/100
Lower measured signal. Ranks #46 of 67 Florida counties with school score data.
Completion
90.0%
0.2 pts above the state average
Funding context
$5,991
$127 below the state average
School coverage
19
1 district represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
The county-level signal is lower, so review individual schools and local records before interpreting the score. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Putnam County has 19 public schools across 1 district, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Putnam County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Dominant-district county
PUTNAM carries most of the listed public-school system, with 19 of 19 schools. Start there, then verify whether your target address sits inside that district slice.
State position
#46
of 67 Florida counties with school score data. The county score is 3 points below the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
PUTNAM
Elementary to high school visible
10,293 students
19 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
PUTNAM is the largest listed district slice, with 19 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Putnam County?
Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Putnam County, Florida
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
A Focused Rural Education System
Putnam County operates 19 public schools for a student population of 10,293. The system is streamlined, consisting primarily of 11 elementary schools and 4 high schools.
Strong Graduation Rates in Small Towns
The county achieves a 90.0% graduation rate, surpassing both state and national benchmarks. This success is maintained with a per-pupil expenditure of $5,991, close to the Florida state average.
The Unified Putnam School District
The Putnam District manages all public education for the county's 10,000+ students. Charter schools have a small footprint here, with only 2 campuses available.
Town-Centered Schooling and Small Sizes
With 13 schools in town settings and 6 in rural areas, Putnam offers a classic small-town feel. Palatka Jr - Sr High is the largest school by far, enrolling 1,639 students.
School Overview
Total Schools
19
in Putnam County
Reported Enrollment
10,293
19 schools reporting
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
2
11% of total
School Level Breakdown
1 School District in Putnam County
19 Public Schools in Putnam County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 4 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 19 of 19 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PALATKA JR - SR HIGH SCHOOL | Profile | PUTNAM | PALATKA, 32177Town: Distant | 7–12 | High | 1,639 |
| INTERLACHEN JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL | Profile | PUTNAM | INTERLACHEN, 32148Town: Distant | 7–12 | High | 1,097 |
| MIDDLETON-BURNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Profile | PUTNAM | CRESCENT CITY, 32112Town: Distant | PK–6 | Primary | 1,046 |
| CRESCENT CITY JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL | Profile | PUTNAM | CRESCENT CITY, 32112Rural: Fringe | 7–12 | High | 1,005 |
| ROBERT H. JENKINS JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | PUTNAM | INTERLACHEN, 32148Rural: Fringe | PK–6 | Primary | 904 |
| KELLEY SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | PUTNAM | PALATKA, 32177Town: Distant | KG–6 | Primary | 753 |
| BROWNING-PEARCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | PUTNAM | SAN MATEO, 32187Town: Distant | KG–6 | Primary | 660 |
| WILLIAM D. MOSELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | PUTNAM | PALATKA, 32177Town: Distant | KG–6 | Primary | 609 |
| JAMES A. LONG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | PUTNAM | PALATKA, 32177Town: Distant | KG–6 | Primary | 552 |
| Q.I. ROBERTS JR. - SR. HIGH SCHOOL | Record | PUTNAM | FLORAHOME, 32140Rural: Fringe | 7–12 | High | 476 |
| OCHWILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | PUTNAM | HAWTHORNE, 32640Rural: Distant | PK–6 | Primary | 410 |
| MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | PUTNAM | MELROSE, 32666Rural: Distant | PK–6 | Primary | 376 |
| MELLON LEARNING CENTER | Record | PUTNAM | PALATKA, 32177Town: Distant | PK–12 | Special Education | 267 |
| THE CHILDREN'S READING CENTER | Record | PUTNAM | PALATKA, 32177Rural: Fringe | KG–6 | Charter | 257 |
| PUTNAM ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES | Record | PUTNAM | PALATKA, 32177Town: Distant | 6–8 | Charter | 177 |
| PUTNAM VIRTUAL FRANCHISE | Record | PUTNAM | PALATKA, 32177Town: Distant | KG–12 | Virtual | 64 |
| TEEN PARENT PK CHILD CARE PROGRAM | Record | PUTNAM | PALATKA, 32177Town: Distant | PK | Other | 1 |
| PUTNAM VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM | Record | PUTNAM | PALATKA, 32177Town: Distant | KG–5 | Virtual | 0 |
| PUTNAM VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM (DISTRICT PROVIDED) | Record | PUTNAM | PALATKA, 32177Town: Distant | KG–5 | Virtual | 0 |
PALATKA JR - SR HIGH SCHOOL
PUTNAM
PALATKA, 32177 / Town: Distant
INTERLACHEN JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL
PUTNAM
INTERLACHEN, 32148 / Town: Distant
MIDDLETON-BURNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
PUTNAM
CRESCENT CITY, 32112 / Town: Distant
CRESCENT CITY JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL
PUTNAM
CRESCENT CITY, 32112 / Rural: Fringe
ROBERT H. JENKINS JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
PUTNAM
INTERLACHEN, 32148 / Rural: Fringe
BROWNING-PEARCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
PUTNAM
SAN MATEO, 32187 / Town: Distant
WILLIAM D. MOSELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
PUTNAM
PALATKA, 32177 / Town: Distant
PUTNAM VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM (DISTRICT PROVIDED)
PUTNAM
PALATKA, 32177 / Town: Distant
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,991
State avg $6,118
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Schools in Putnam County, Florida — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Putnam County, Florida?
Putnam County operates 19 public schools for a student population of 10,293. The system is streamlined, consisting primarily of 11 elementary schools and 4 high schools.
How do schools in Putnam County perform academically?
The county achieves a 90.0% graduation rate, surpassing both state and national benchmarks. This success is maintained with a per-pupil expenditure of $5,991, close to the Florida state average.
What are the major school districts in Putnam County, Florida?
The Putnam District manages all public education for the county's 10,000+ students. Charter schools have a small footprint here, with only 2 campuses available.
What is the school experience like in Putnam County?
With 13 schools in town settings and 6 in rural areas, Putnam offers a classic small-town feel. Palatka Jr - Sr High is the largest school by far, enrolling 1,639 students.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.