Serving 399 students in grades 2-6, S S Palmer Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: S S Palmer El Sch serves the southern part of Palmerton, PA, covering an attendance area of approximately 18.8 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 2.6 miles and the furthest edge located 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
S S Palmer Elementary School's student population of 399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
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School Rankings
S S Palmer Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of S S Palmer Elementary School is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1747 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is S S Palmer Elementary School's ranking?
S S Palmer Elementary School is ranked #1747 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are S S Palmer Elementary School often compared to?
S S Palmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lehigh Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend S S Palmer Elementary School?
399 students attend S S Palmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of S S Palmer Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of S S Palmer Elementary School?
S S Palmer Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does S S Palmer Elementary School offer ?
S S Palmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is S S Palmer Elementary School part of?
S S Palmer Elementary School is part of Palmerton Area School District.
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