Serving 618 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Palmer River ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmer River ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Palmer River's student population of 618 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
618 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palmer River ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmer River is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#813 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
86%
51%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmer River's ranking?
Palmer River is ranked #813 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Palmer River often compared to?
Palmer Riveris often viewed alongside schools like Dighton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Palmer River?
618 students attend Palmer River.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Palmer River students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palmer River?
Palmer River has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Palmer River offer ?
Palmer River offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Palmer River part of?
Palmer River is part of Dighton-Rehoboth School District.
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