PALMER RIVER

Palmer River is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Dighton-Rehoboth school district, located in Rehoboth, MA with about 553 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 41 teachers, Palmer River has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Palmer River Elementary School is a public school located in Rehoboth, Massachusetts, serving students in grades Pre-K through 4. It operates as part of the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District, a district committed to fostering a supportive and engaging academic environment. The school is situated in a quiet, semi-rural community and is known for its focus on building strong foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development for its young learners.

The school’s philosophy emphasizes collaboration between educators, students, and families to ensure that every child reaches their full potential. As part of the broader Dighton-Rehoboth regional system, Palmer River benefits from a structured curriculum that prioritizes both academic achievement and the cultivation of a respectful, inclusive school culture. Through various extracurricular activities and classroom initiatives, the school strives to prepare its students for a successful transition to the upper elementary and middle school levels within the district.

For more information, contact Palmer River at (508) 252-5100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.