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.
760
Total Students
42.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
28.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Palmer High School
Demographic Student Count
White518
Hispanic61
Black3
Asian5
Two or More96
American Indian72
Pacific Islander5
  • White
    518 (68.2 %)
  • Two or More
    96 (12.6 %)
  • American Indian
    72 (9.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    61 (8.0 %)
  • Asian
    5 (0.7 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (0.7 %)
  • Black
    3 (0.4 %)
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: 760
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 42.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 188
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 27
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 30
Grade 9 210
Grade 10 197
Grade 11 167
Grade 12 156

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Palmer High School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten30
Grade 9210
Grade 10197
Grade 11167
Grade 12156
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Palmer High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female33343.8%
Male42756.2%