Serving 187 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palmer School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palmer School serves the northern part of Grand Rapids, MI, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families can expect to drive to the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palmer School's student population of 187 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
187 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palmer School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmer School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2336 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmer School's ranking?
Palmer School is ranked #2336 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Palmer School often compared to?
Palmer Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aberdeen Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Palmer School?
187 students attend Palmer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Palmer School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palmer School?
Palmer School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Palmer School offer ?
Palmer School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Palmer School part of?
Palmer School is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Palmer School located?
Palmer School is located in the Creston neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 6 other public schools located in Creston.
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