Palmer High School
616 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Palmer High School, located in Palmer, Alaska, is a prominent secondary institution within the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school is known for fostering a strong sense of community and school spirit, often centered around its long-standing traditions and competitive athletic programs, known as the "Moose." The campus serves as a central hub for the surrounding community, emphasizing academic growth alongside a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities, including clubs, fine arts, and career-technical education programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary success.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Palmer High School prioritizes the development of well-rounded students by encouraging engagement in both local and regional activities. The school leverages its unique Alaskan setting to offer students a distinct educational experience that balances rigorous classroom instruction with the values of resilience and community stewardship. Prospective students and families can find detailed information regarding calendars, course offerings, and district policies by visiting their official website at http://www.matsuk12.us/phs.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Palmer High School prioritizes the development of well-rounded students by encouraging engagement in both local and regional activities. The school leverages its unique Alaskan setting to offer students a distinct educational experience that balances rigorous classroom instruction with the values of resilience and community stewardship. Prospective students and families can find detailed information regarding calendars, course offerings, and district policies by visiting their official website at http://www.matsuk12.us/phs.
616
Total Students
37.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
34.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 413 |
| Hispanic | 63 |
| Black | 5 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More | 73 |
| American Indian | 52 |
| Pacific Islander | 5 |
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White413 (67.0%)
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Two or More73 (11.9%)
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Hispanic63 (10.2%)
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American Indian52 (8.4%)
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Black5 (0.8%)
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Asian5 (0.8%)
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Pacific Islander5 (0.8%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District |
| Phone: | (907)746-8400 |
| Website: | http://www.matsuk12.us/phs |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 616 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 37.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 188 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 27 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
193
Grade 10
145
Grade 11
150
Grade 12
128
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 193 |
| Grade 10 | 145 |
| Grade 11 | 150 |
| Grade 12 | 128 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 281 | 45.6% |
| Male | 335 | 54.4% |
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