Palmer High School is a public high school located in the city of Palmer, Massachusetts, United States.
Serving 509 students in grades 6-12, Palmer High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Palmer High School's student population of 509 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Motto
Right Where I (You) Belong!
School Rankings
Palmer High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmer High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1179 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
18%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
71%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmer High School's ranking?
Palmer High School is ranked #1179 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Palmer High School often compared to?
Palmer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palmer High School?
The graduation rate of Palmer High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Palmer High School?
509 students attend Palmer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Palmer High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmer High School?
Palmer High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Palmer High School offer ?
Palmer High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Palmer High School part of?
Palmer High School is part of Palmer School District.
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