Serving 388 students in grades 9-12, Palmyra High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palmyra High School's student population of 388 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palmyra High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmyra High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1480 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
16%
33%
Black
17%
15%
White
55%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmyra High School's ranking?
Palmyra High School is ranked #1480 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Palmyra High School often compared to?
Palmyra High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cinnaminson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palmyra High School?
The graduation rate of Palmyra High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Palmyra High School?
388 students attend Palmyra High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Palmyra High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palmyra High School?
Palmyra High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Palmyra High School offer ?
Palmyra High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Palmyra High School part of?
Palmyra High School is part of Palmyra Public School District.
School Reviews
5 12/8/2020
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