Palmer Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Palmer Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#894 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Asian
(20-21)1%
2%
Hispanic
(20-21)1%
12%
Black
(20-21)n/a
22%
White
(20-21)98%
60%
Hawaiian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(20-21)n/a
4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
100%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmer Elementary School's ranking?
Palmer Elementary School is ranked #894 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Palmer Elementary School often compared to?
Palmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Elementary School, Pelham Elementary School, Swiss Memorial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Palmer Elementary School?
124 students attend Palmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Palmer Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Palmer Elementary School offer ?
Palmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Palmer Elementary School part of?
Palmer Elementary School is part of Grundy County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/5/2018
Love everything about the school even when I went there and still love it now that my daughter is going there. The faculity is wonderful with the kids and actually learn them in fun ways. Great job everyone.
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