For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 291 students in Palatka, FL.
The top-ranked public preschool in Palatka, FL is Mellon Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palatka, FL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in Palatka have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Palatka, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mellon Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
301 Mellon Road
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0593
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0593
Gr: PK-12 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Palatka, Florida 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternatives Unlimited High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
1414 Bronson St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 312-4937
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 312-4937
Gr: 9-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
1100 S 18th St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0569
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0569
Gr: 6 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
301 Mellon Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0593
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0593
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
200 South 7th St Campbell Adm
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0635
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0635
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
Gr: 5-12
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
1100 N 19th St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0588
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0588
Gr: 7-8 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Palatka, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Palatka, FL include Mellon Learning Center.
How many public preschools are located in Palatka?
2 public preschools are located in Palatka.
What is the racial composition of students in Palatka?
Palatka public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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