Palmer Middle

Palmer Middle serves 424 students in grades 5-8 in the rural community of Palmer, Texas. With 28 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 15.1:1, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranking in the 81st percentile statewide at #1609 out of 8598 Texas schools.

Students show solid achievement in core subjects, with 59% reaching proficiency or above in math and 50% meeting proficiency standards in English Language Arts and reading across all grade levels. Palmer Middle operates as a regular public school serving families in Ellis County's 75152 zip code area. The surrounding community of nearly 6,000 residents has a median household income of $81,772 and median home values around $156,900, with a relatively low poverty rate of 10%.

About 19% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The school provides middle school students with a foundation for high school success in a close-knit rural setting where educators can build meaningful relationships with students and families. Palmer Middle stands as a well-performing school option in this growing Texas community southeast of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

Located in a rural area, Palmer Middle may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.