Palmer

Located at 4107 Main Street in Palmer, Massachusetts, the Palmer public school district is an open, traditional public school system operating within a large suburban setting in the greater Springfield metropolitan area. Encompassing two operational schools, the district provides a comprehensive educational continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through the 12th grade, alongside ungraded programming. Currently, the district serves a student population of 1,093 learners, comprising 555 male students, 537 female students, and 1 student with an unrecorded gender. The student body reflects a varied demographic breakdown that includes 796 White students, 180 Hispanic students, 59 students of two or more races, 33 Black students, 23 Asian students, and 1 American Indian student.

To support its academic mission, the district relies on a strong workforce totaling 408.8 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This organizational infrastructure includes 198.1 teacher FTEs, 48.0 instructional aide FTEs, and 162.7 support staff FTEs, ensuring tailored instructional and operational support across all grade levels. As an independent local educational agency that is not a charter district nor part of a supervisory union, Palmer offers a structured educational framework ideal for local families, prospective students, and education researchers. More information about the district can be accessed directly by calling (413) 283-2650 or visiting their website at http://www.palmerschools.org.