Summary:
In zip code 75152, there is one elementary school, Palmer Elementary, serving grades PK through 4 with 525 students in the Palmer Independent School District (Isd).
Palmer Elementary has historically been a strong performer, ranking in the top 20% of Texas elementary schools for two consecutive years, including an 83rd percentile ranking in 2023-2024. However, the most recent data shows a significant decline to the 63rd percentile and a 3-star rating. The school’s 4th grade scores have dropped sharply: math proficiency fell from 54.84% to 39.81%, now below the state average, while reading proficiency dropped from 65.22% to 53.70%. In contrast, 3rd graders remain a bright spot, with reading (58.82%) and math (52.43%) scores still above state averages. This suggests that while early-grade instruction is effective, the transition to 4th grade content presents a major challenge.
With a student-teacher ratio of 17.9:1 and per-student spending of $9,571, the school operates with moderate resources. Over half of students (53.9%) are economically disadvantaged, adding context to the academic challenges. The recent decline in 4th grade performance, particularly in math, is a critical area for intervention. Parents should note that while the school has a history of overcoming economic disadvantages to achieve top-quartile rankings, the current trend indicates that previous strategies may need to be re-evaluated for upper elementary grades.
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