Serving 1,344 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 26% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Palmer High School's student population of 1,344 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
School Rankings
Palmer High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmer High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#927 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
41%
36%
Black
8%
5%
White
40%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
73%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmer High School's ranking?
Palmer High School is ranked #927 out of 1,779 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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 73%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Palmer High School?
1,344 students attend Palmer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Palmer High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmer High School?
Palmer High School has a student ration of 19:1, 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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