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3 schools in Palmer

Massachusetts · Public K-12

Within Palmer, Massachusetts, 3 public K-12 schools teach roughly 1,753 students, an average of 584 per school.

4-year change in Palmer

SY 2020-21 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,753
-45 (-3%) vs SY 2020-21
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2020-21
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Residents
·
all ages · ACS 5-yr
Students
1,753
public K-12 · NCES
Schools
3
public K-12
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Old Mill PondElementaryPK-06677
Palmer HighHigh07-12416
Pathfinder Vocational TechnicalHigh09-12660

About Palmer

Public education in Palmer, Massachusetts runs across 3 schools that teaches roughly 1,753 students. By footprint, Palmer sits in the small bracket.

On the school-mix side, the city is made up of 1 elementary, and 2 high.

Average school size in Palmer is around 584 students, 17% higher than the Massachusetts average of about 501.

Five-year track record. Combined enrollment now sits at 1,753 students, contracted 3% from the 1,798 reported in SY 2020-21.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Palmer discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Palmer?
Palmer, Massachusetts has 3 public K-12 schools serving approximately 1,753 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Palmer?
Palmer has 1 elementary school and 2 high schools.
What is the largest public school in Palmer?
Old Mill Pond is the largest public school in Palmer by enrollment, with approximately 677 students.
What school districts serve Palmer?
Palmer is served by 2 public school districts, including Palmer, Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical.
What grade levels do public schools in Palmer cover?
Public schools in Palmer serve students from pre-K through grade 12.