Palmer Early Learning Center

Palmer Early Learning Center serves 152 students in grades Prekindergarten. 
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 152 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Palmer Early Learning Center's student population of 152 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
152 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
10 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Palmer Early Learning Center is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TN)
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
9%
20%
White
68%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.51
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Palmer Early Learning Center?
152 students attend Palmer Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Palmer Early Learning Center students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Palmer Early Learning Center offer ?
Palmer Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmer Early Learning Center part of?
Palmer Early Learning Center is part of Kingsport School District.

School Reviews

Review Palmer Early Learning Center. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

When Absenteeism Signals a School Fit Problem
When Absenteeism Signals a School Fit Problem
Learn when student absenteeism may point to a school fit problem and how parents can respond constructively.
The Middle School Transition: Questions Parents Should Ask Before Sixth or Seventh Grade
The Middle School Transition: Questions Parents Should Ask Before Sixth or Seventh Grade
Help your child succeed in middle school by asking the right questions before sixth or seventh grade. Learn what to ask about academics, safety, and student support.
How to Spot a School Climate Problem Before Enrolling
How to Spot a School Climate Problem Before Enrolling
Learn how to identify school climate problems before enrolling in a public school, including warning signs, key questions, and reliable data sources.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 152 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Quick Links