Serving 416 students in grades 7-12, Palmer High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palmer High's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Palmer, MA, covering approximately 32 square miles. Families typically drive 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palmer High School's student population of 416 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
416 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
1991
School Rankings
Palmer High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmer High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1179 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
70%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmer High School's ranking?
Palmer High School is ranked #1179 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Palmer High School often compared to?
Palmer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palmer High School?
The graduation rate of Palmer High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Palmer High School?
416 students attend Palmer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Palmer High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palmer High School?
Palmer High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Palmer High School offer ?
Palmer High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Palmer High School part of?
Palmer High School is part of Palmer School District.
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