For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 4,048 students in Palmer, AK.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Palmer, AK are Academy Charter School, Pioneer Peak Elementary School and Mat-su Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palmer, AK public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Alaska public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Palmer have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alaska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public elementary school average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Palmer, AK (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
801 East Arctic
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 746-2358
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 746-2358
Gr: K-8 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Pioneer Peak Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1959 N Stringfield Rd
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 861-5700
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 861-5700
Gr: PK-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Mat-su Secondary School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
581 S Outer Springer Lp
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 761-7238
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 761-7238
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Cottonwood Creek Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
800 N Seward Meridian
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 864-2100
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 864-2100
Gr: PK-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Birchtree Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1675 N Nadina St.
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 745-1831
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 745-1831
Gr: K-8 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #66.
Butte Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4006 S Butte Rd
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 861-5200
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 861-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Sherrod Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
561 N Gulkana St
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 761-4100
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 761-4100
Gr: K-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #88.
Colony Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9250 E Bogard Rd
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 761-1500
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 761-1500
Gr: PK-8 | 757 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #99.
Palmer Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1159 S Chugach
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 761-4300
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 761-4300
Gr: 6-8 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #1010.
Valley Pathways
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1150 North France Rd
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 761-4650
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 761-4650
Gr: PK-12 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
507 N Gulkana
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 861-5300
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 861-5300
Gr: PK-2 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Palmer, Alaska Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Horizon Charter (Closed 2005)
Charter School
Po Box 3927
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 745-4675
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 745-4675
Gr: PK-12 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 79:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Po Box 4897
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 745-1486
Palmer, AK 99645
(907) 745-1486
Gr: 1-12 | 83 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Palmer, AK?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Palmer, AK include Academy Charter School, Pioneer Peak Elementary School and Mat-su Secondary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Palmer?
11 public elementary schools are located in Palmer.
What is the racial composition of students in Palmer?
Palmer public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Alaska public elementary schools average of 53% (majority American Indian).
Which public elementary schools in Palmer are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Palmer include: Palmer Middle School vs. Colony Middle School, Mat-su Secondary School vs. Valley Pathways, Swanson Elementary School vs. Pioneer Peak Elementary School
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