Palmer High School

Palmer High School

Public Pre-K, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
1170 W Bogard Rd,  Palmer, AK
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
3.6
4.8
649 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1200
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
22%
Reading Proficiency
37%
Average GPA
3.49
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.49
Reading Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
22%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
43
Full Time Teachers
43
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1200
Math
590
Verbal
600
Average ACT
25
Math
25
English
25
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Pass Rate
73.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
6.9%
State Average
8.2%
Science
14.4%
State Average
11.3%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
233:1

Student Diversity

Male
56.2%
Female
43.8%
White
68.2%
Two or more races
12.6%
Native American
9.5%
Hispanic
8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Black
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Alaska Anchorage 128 Students
University of Alaska Fairbanks 83 Students
Oregon State University 51 Students
Montana State University 50 Students
University of Oregon 49 Students
University of Washington 41 Students
Washington State University 39 Students
Portland State University 35 Students
Seattle University 34 Students
University of Portland 33 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 32 Students
Psychology 28 Students
Biology 26 Students
Business 21 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 15 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 14 Students
Environmental Science 14 Students
Computer Science 12 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 10 Students
Veterinary Sciences 10 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 138 Reviews
5.0 Alum
8/29/2024
It has very wonderful music and art classes. The view from the windows are breathtaking, and the teachers are wonderful.
3.0 Parent
6/28/2023
Good high school overall for a small town. Nice intimate atmosphere. Many wonderful teachers, but some seem to be more subject oriented than student oriented. The IB program is great, but again the administration and a few teachers are not enthusiastically invested in it.
5.0 Alum
8/28/2019
I loved how everyone was participating in the sports and how welcoming the school was. There were great teachers that became one of my first best friends there.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.8 4 Reviews
5.0 parent
11/28/2021
This school is a certified International Bacceloreat school. IB classes are equal to or better than AP classes. Many students who participate in the IB program get into competitive colleges. Trade programs are also here and students from all tracks are able to take classes in all tracks. Art, musoc,...
4.0 parent
3/24/2021
Mr. Henry is the best teacher in this school, by far. Would highly recommend his classes if you decide to come to palmer high.
5.0 parent
6/12/2019
It was excellent! Our Daughter Graduated Summa Claude, with a I.B. Diploma in 2019. She was also in NHS, Student Government, Help teach QPR classes. Going to Colby College, starting as a Sophomore. PHS Graduating Class of 2019 received over Seven Million in Scholarships/Grants.
5.0 parent
1/29/2014
Very positive experience with Palmer High School. Both the teachers and counselers are truly involved with student development and excellence. Tons of opportunity for student involvement in activities and athletics, as well as the International Baccalaureate program (I belive its the only one in Ala...

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Palmer High School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-12 in Palmer, AK, in the Palmer neighborhood, and is served by the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District in Alaska. The school has a total enrollment of 649 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 22% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 37% are proficient in reading. Palmer High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.49, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1200 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $366,267. Discover additional schools in the area, like Colony High School, Valley Pathways, Ya NE Dah Ah School, and more. Learn more about what Palmer has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Palmer High School.

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