Average
#821 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 46% in state
Palmer High
High School · Palmer
4105 Main Street, Palmer, MA 01069
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#821 of 1,793
In Palmer
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Palmer
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Palmer High
High School in Palmer · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Palmer High
Palmer High is a public high school in Palmer, MA, part of Palmer. Palmer High serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Palmer High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #821 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Palmer High show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Palmer High sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Palmer High — Students at Palmer High score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 110 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.2/10.
How Palmer High Compares
See how Palmer High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4105 Main Street, Palmer, MA 01069
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palmer High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WILBRAHAM & MONSON ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Wilbraham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pathfinder Vocational Technical (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Minnechaug Regional High (rated 6.9/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Wilbraham), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Palmer, see our Palmer schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Old Mill Pond Palmer | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Pathfinder Vocational Technical Palmer | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Monson High School Monson | 4.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Quarry Hill Community School Monson | 5.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Granite Valley School Monson | 5.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Ware Junior/Senior High School Ware | 5.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Ware Middle School Ware | 6.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Jabish Middle School Belchertown | 6.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Stanley M Koziol Elementary School Ware | 6.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Cold Spring Belchertown | 6.8 mi | 5.0 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOOL West Warren | 5.5 mi | — |
| Belchertown High Belchertown | 6.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Swift River Elementary Belchertown | 6.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Chestnut Hill Community School Belchertown | 6.8 mi | 6.4 |
| WILBRAHAM & MONSON ACADEMY Wilbraham | 6.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Warren Elementary West Warren | 6.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Paul R Baird Middle Ludlow | 6.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Mile Tree Elementary Wilbraham | 7.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Ludlow Senior High Ludlow | 6.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Minnechaug Regional High Wilbraham | 7.5 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,725
Median Home Value
$251,300
Median Rent
$929/mo
Population
9,077
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
34.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
53.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Triton Regional High School Byfield, MA | 6.5 |
| Amesbury High Amesbury, MA | 6.6 |
| DANA HALL SCHOOL Wellesley, MA | 6.6 |
| Frontier Regional South Deerfield, MA | 6.6 |
| GANN ACADEMY-THE NEW JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Waltham, MA | 6.6 |
| Hampden Charter School of Science West West Springfield, MA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palmer High
What grades does Palmer High serve?
Palmer High serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Palmer High?
Palmer High has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palmer High?
The student-teacher ratio at Palmer High is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palmer High rank in MA?
Palmer High ranks #821 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Palmer High's MySchoolScout rating?
Palmer High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palmer High has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Palmer High a charter school?
No, Palmer High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palmer High a Title I school?
No, Palmer High is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 509
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.7%
- Phone
- (413) 283-6511
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Palmer- District Enrollment
- 1,085
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,951
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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