Elementary Schools

Where Putnam County's youngest learners get their start.

Putnam County School District serves about 11,000 students across roughly 17 schools. Below are the district's public elementary schools, plus charter options. Tell us the home you're considering and we'll help you find its zoned school.

Public Elementary

Elementary Schools (PK–5)

Palatka

Kelley Smith Elementary

Palatka

James A. Long Elementary

Palatka

Mellon Elementary

Interlachen / West Putnam

Browning-Pearce Elementary

East Palatka

William D. Moseley Elementary

Crescent City

Middleton-Burney Elementary

Hawthorne / West Putnam

Ochwilla Elementary

Melrose

Melrose Elementary

Charter & Choice

Charter & Choice Options

Palatka

Children's Reading Center Charter

A tuition-free public charter elementary.

East Palatka

Putnam Academy of Arts & Sciences

Tuition-free public charter (grades 6–8) with an arts & sciences focus.

School zoning, grade levels, names, and ratings change over time. Always confirm the current zoned schools for a specific address with the Putnam County School District before relying on them — we’re happy to help you check.

Which elementary school serves a home you love?

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