Palmer School serves 243 students in grades 2-5.
Minority enrollment was 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
243 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
12 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Palmer School?
243 students attend Palmer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Palmer School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Black.
What grades does Palmer School offer ?
Palmer School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Palmer School part of?
Palmer School is part of Melvindale-Northern Allen Park Schools.
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