Best Schools in Palmer, Texas
3 schools in the directory · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Palmer?
Use this page to compare every school in Palmer by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Palmer H S
High · Palmer ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Palmer Middle
Middle · Palmer ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Palmer EL
Elementary · Palmer ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Palmer are Palmer H S (7.6/10), Palmer Middle (7.1/10), and Palmer EL (6.7/10), among 3 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
3 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
3 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +4.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Palmer public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Palmer
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (3 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palmer H S | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Palmer Middle | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Palmer EL | 6.7 / 10 |
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About Schools in Palmer, Texas
Palmer, Texas is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
The 3 public schools in this comparison average 7.1 out of 10 on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-scoring public school in this comparison is Palmer H S with a composite score of 7.6/10.
Palmer is served by 1 school district: PALMER ISD. These districts collectively serve 1,338 students.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 526 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 424 students · 5th–8th | 7.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 388 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
Schools in Palmer
Palmer, Texas · 3 schools
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Common questions about schools in Palmer, Texas
How many schools are in Palmer, Texas?
Palmer has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Palmer, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 3 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Palmer is 7.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Palmer, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Palmer on MySchoolScout is Palmer H S with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Palmer, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Palmer on MySchoolScout is Palmer EL with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Palmer, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Palmer on MySchoolScout is Palmer Middle with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Palmer, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Palmer on MySchoolScout is Palmer H S with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Palmer, Texas?
Palmer is served by 1 school district: Palmer ISD.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Palmer, Texas?
Among 3 public schools in Palmer that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 16.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Palmer, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education sources. Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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