For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,129 students in 32177, FL.
The top ranked public middle schools in 32177, FL are Putnam Virtual Franchise, Putnam Academy Of Arts And Sciences and Mellon Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» middle schools in zipcode 32177 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 32177, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32177, FL ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Putnam Virtual Franchise
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 Reid St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0536
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0536
Grades: K-12
| 37 students
Rank: #22.
Putnam Academy Of Arts And Sciences
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
310 South Palm Ave
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 326-4212
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 326-4212
Grades: 6-8
| 195 students
Rank: #33.
Mellon Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
301 Mellon Road
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0593
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0593
Grades: PK-12
| 291 students
Rank: #44.
Palatka Jr - Sr High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
302 Mellon Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0577
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0577
Grades: 7-12
| 1,606 students
32177, Florida ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alternatives Unlimited High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
1414 Bronson St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 312-4937
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 312-4937
Grades: 9-12
| 46 students
1100 S 18th St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0569
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0569
Grades: 6
| 340 students
301 Mellon Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0593
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0593
Grades: PK-5
| 336 students
200 South 7th St Campbell Adm
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0635
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0635
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Putnam County Exceptional Education (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
156 Horseman Club Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0530
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0530
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
Putnam County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
0200 S 7th Street
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-051
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-051
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1100 N 19th St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0588
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0588
Grades: 7-8
| 515 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 32177, FL?
The top ranked public middle schools in 32177, FL include Putnam Virtual Franchise, Putnam Academy Of Arts And Sciences and Mellon Learning Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 32177?
4 public middle schools are located in 32177.
What is the racial composition of students in 32177?
32177 public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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