Central Middle School of Science vs Palmer Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Alaska, United States, 60 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School of Science
Anchorage · Public middle · Grades 6–8
545 students
Palmer Middle School
Palmer · Public middle · Grades 6–8
563 students
| Measure | Central Middle School of Science Anchorage, Alaska | Palmer Middle School Palmer, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #29 of 31 | #18 of 31 |
| National rank | #14415 of 15,369 | #10993 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 545 | 563 |
| Enrollment | 545 | 563 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.3% | 44.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 22% |
| city | Anchorage | Palmer |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palmer Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.4 vs 16.1).
- •Palmer Middle School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 18%).
- •Palmer Middle School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Palmer Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.4% vs 79.3%).
- •Palmer Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 22.7).
- •Palmer Middle School is the larger school with 563 students compared with 545.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central Middle School of Science better than Palmer Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Palmer Middle School ranks higher (34.4 vs 16.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Central Middle School of Science and Palmer Middle School?
About 60 km in a straight line, between Anchorage and Palmer in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School of Science: 545. Palmer Middle School: 563. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School of Science and Palmer Middle School rank in Alaska?
Central Middle School of Science is 29th of 31 and Palmer Middle School is 18th of 31 among middle schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).