Best Public Preschools in Palatka, FL (2026)

Best Palatka Public Preschools (2026)

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 score of 27% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and 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)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Mellon Learning Center

Special Education School

(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
:

Bottom 50%

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301 Mellon Road
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0593

Gr: PK-12 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 50%

Rank: n/an/a

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200 Reid St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0536

Gr: PK

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Palatka, Florida

Palatka, Florida Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Alternatives Unlimited High School (Closed 2014)

Alternative School

1414 Bronson St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 312-4937

Gr: 9-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%

C. L. Overturf Junior 6th Grade Center (Closed 2023)

1100 S 18th St
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0569

Gr: 6 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%

Mellon Elementary School (Closed 2023)

301 Mellon Rd
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-0593

Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%

Putnam County Adult Education Center (Closed 2013)

200 South 7th St Campbell Adm
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

Gr: 5-12

Putnam County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2004)

Alternative School

0200 S 7th Street
Palatka, FL 32177
(386) 329-051

Robert H. Jenkins Junior Middle School (Closed 2023)

1100 N 19th St
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).