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#317 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 17% in state

Palmer Ridge High School

High School · Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 in the co

19255 MONUMENT HILL ROAD, Monument, CO 80132

Enrollment

1,103

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

8.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#317 of 1,815

In Monument

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 10

Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 in the co

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Palmer Ridge High School

8.0/10

High School in Monument · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lewis-palmer Middle School

6.6/10

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7.0/10

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About Palmer Ridge High School

Palmer Ridge High School is a public high school in Monument, CO, part of Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 in the co. Palmer Ridge High School serves approximately 1,103 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Palmer Ridge High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #317 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Palmer Ridge High School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency71% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation33.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,434
Chronic Absenteeism13.6%

Palmer Ridge High School — Students at Palmer Ridge High School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
85%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
65%
ELA
83%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
83%
2022
Math
58%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.

How Palmer Ridge High School Compares

See how Palmer Ridge High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
83th percentile in CO
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
21
9 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
33.6% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
9 boys'·12 girls'·23 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

19255 MONUMENT HILL ROAD, Monument, CO 80132

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Palmer Ridge High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. The Classical Academy High School (rated 9.0/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Discovery Canyon Campus High School (rated 7.6/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Lewis-Palmer High School (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Monument, see our Monument schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Lewis-Palmer Middle School Monument 0.7 mi 6.6
Lewis-Palmer Elementary School Monument 1.2 mi 7.0
Education reEnvisioned School Monument 1.3 mi
Monument Charter Academy Monument 1.6 mi 8.3
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monument 1.7 mi 5.9
Lewis-Palmer High School Monument 2.2 mi 7.5
Bear Creek Elementary School Monument 3.3 mi 7.7
Palmer Lake Elementary School Palmer Lake 3.1 mi 7.6
Prairie Winds Elementary School Monument 3.1 mi 7.6
Antelope Trails Elementary School Colorado Springs 4.4 mi 5.8
Monument Charter Academy Secondary School Colorado Springs 5.2 mi 4.9
Discovery Canyon Campus High School Colorado Springs 6.7 mi 7.6
Discovery Canyon Campus Middle School Colorado Springs 6.7 mi 8.5
Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School Colorado Springs 6.7 mi 8.4
The Classical Academy Charter Colorado Springs 7.1 mi 8.7
The Classical Academy Middle School Colorado Springs 7.1 mi 7.9
The Classical Academy High School Colorado Springs 7.1 mi 9.0
Ray E Kilmer Elementary School Colorado Springs 6.3 mi 8.4
The Da Vinci Academy School Colorado Springs 7.6 mi 6.5
Douglass Valley Elementary School Usaf Academy 8.3 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$155,176

Median Home Value

$700,900

Median Rent

$2,134/mo

Population

29,379

College Educated

58.5%

Homeownership

87.8%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Palmer Ridge High School

What grades does Palmer Ridge High School serve?

Palmer Ridge High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Palmer Ridge High School?

Palmer Ridge High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,103 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Palmer Ridge High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Palmer Ridge High School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Palmer Ridge High School rank in CO?

Palmer Ridge High School ranks #317 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Palmer Ridge High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Palmer Ridge High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Palmer Ridge High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Palmer Ridge High School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Palmer Ridge High School a charter school?

No, Palmer Ridge High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Palmer Ridge High School a Title I school?

No, Palmer Ridge High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,103
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
El Paso County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.6%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

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