Serving 563 students in grades 6-8, Palmer Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is higher than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AK
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palmer Middle School's student population of 563 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
563 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palmer Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 441 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmer Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#222 out of 441 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
7%
21%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
67%
47%
Hawaiian
2%
3%
Two or more races
16%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.2%
42.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmer Middle School's ranking?
Palmer Middle School is ranked #222 out of 441 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are Palmer Middle School often compared to?
Palmer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colony Middle School, Teeland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AK state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
How many students attend Palmer Middle School?
563 students attend Palmer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Palmer Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palmer Middle School?
Palmer Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does Palmer Middle School offer ?
Palmer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Palmer Middle School part of?
Palmer Middle School is part of Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District.
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