Serving 819 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palmer Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Palmer Elementary School's student population of 819 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
819 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Palmer Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmer Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2331 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
18%
6%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
50%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmer Elementary School's ranking?
Palmer Elementary School is ranked #2331 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Palmer Elementary School often compared to?
Palmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lantern Lane Elementary School, Jan Schiff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Palmer Elementary School?
819 students attend Palmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Palmer Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmer Elementary School?
Palmer Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palmer Elementary School offer ?
Palmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Palmer Elementary School part of?
Palmer Elementary School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
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