Serving 1,265 students in grades 9-12, Palmer High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palmer High School serves the southern part of Colorado Springs, CO, covering an area of approximately 12.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palmer High School's student population of 1,265 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,265 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1875
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palmer High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmer High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#960 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
41%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
39%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
72%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmer High School's ranking?
Palmer High School is ranked #960 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Palmer High School often compared to?
Palmer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coronado High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palmer High School?
The graduation rate of Palmer High School is 72%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Palmer High School?
1,265 students attend Palmer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Palmer High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palmer High School?
Palmer High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Palmer High School offer ?
Palmer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmer High School part of?
Palmer High School is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
In what neighborhood is Palmer High School located?
Palmer High School is located in the East Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in East Colorado Springs.
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