High Schools in Putnam

The Putnam school district in Florida is home to 4 high schools serving grades 9-12. While one school, Q.I. Roberts Junior - Senior High School, stands out as a top performer, the other 3 high schools - Palatka Junior - Senior High School, Interlachen Junior-Senior High School, and Crescent City Junior-Senior High School - have struggled to meet state and district benchmarks.

Q.I. Roberts Junior - Senior High School is the clear standout, consistently ranking among the top 92 high schools in Putnam over the past 3 years and earning 4-star and 5-star ratings from SchoolDigger. The school boasts exceptional test scores, with 66-92% of students proficient or better in core subjects, and a 100% four-year graduation rate. In contrast, the other 3 high schools in the district lag behind, ranking in the bottom half of Florida high schools and receiving only 1-star ratings.

Across the district, high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 42.9% to 66.4%, are a significant concern. Additionally, the demographic differences between the schools, with Q.I. Roberts having a higher percentage of White and Asian students compared to the other schools, raise questions about equity and access to quality education within the Putnam district. Addressing these systemic challenges will be crucial in improving educational outcomes for all students in the region.