Serving 129 students in grades 7-12, Palmer Junior-senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Palmer Junior-Senior High's attendance zone covers the entire district in Palmer, NE, encompassing approximately 142.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmer Junior-senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Palmer Junior-senior High School's student population of 129 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
Palmer Junior-senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmer Junior-senior High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#217 out of 901 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmer Junior-senior High School's ranking?
Palmer Junior-senior High School is ranked #217 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Palmer Junior-senior High School often compared to?
Palmer Junior-senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palmer Junior-senior High School?
The graduation rate of Palmer Junior-senior High School is 80%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Palmer Junior-senior High School?
129 students attend Palmer Junior-senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Palmer Junior-senior High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palmer Junior-senior High School?
Palmer Junior-senior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Palmer Junior-senior High School offer ?
Palmer Junior-senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmer Junior-senior High School part of?
Palmer Junior-senior High School is part of Palmer School District.
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