Palmer High School

Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E

301 NORTH NEVADA AVENUE
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80903

1,384 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Palmer High School, located in downtown Colorado Springs, holds a historic and prominent place in the community. Established in 1874, it is the oldest high school in the city and is housed in a distinct, landmark building that reflects both classic architecture and long-standing academic tradition. Known as the "Terrors," the school serves a diverse student body and is well-regarded for its vibrant campus culture and central location, which allows students easy access to the resources of the downtown area.

Academically and extracurricularly, Palmer is recognized for its robust International Baccalaureate (IB) program, which attracts students looking for a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum. Beyond the classroom, the school maintains a strong emphasis on the arts, athletics, and community service. With its storied history and commitment to academic excellence, Palmer High School continues to be a central institution in the Colorado Springs School District 11, fostering a strong sense of school spirit and identity among its students and alumni.

1,384

Total Students

72.2

Full-Time Teachers

19.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

56.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Palmer High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	605
Hispanic	508
Black	133
Asian	8
Two or More	119
American Indian	8
Pacific Islander	3

White
605 (43.7 %)
Hispanic
508 (36.7 %)
Black
133 (9.6 %)
Two or More
119 (8.6 %)
Asian
8 (0.6 %)
American Indian
8 (0.6 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.2 %)

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:	Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E
Phone:	(719)328-5000
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,384
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	72.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	706
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	71

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 362

Grade 10 337

Grade 11 337

Grade 12 348