Palmer Middle School vs Swanson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alaska, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Palmer Middle School
Palmer · Public middle · Grades 6–8
563 students
Swanson Elementary
Palmer · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
348 students
| Measure | Palmer Middle School Palmer, Alaska | Swanson Elementary Palmer, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #18 of 31 | #40 of 159 |
| National rank | #10993 of 15,369 | #14942 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 563 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 563 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.4% | 47.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 22% | – |
| city | Palmer | Palmer |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Swanson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.8 vs 34.4).
- •Palmer Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.4% vs 47.7%).
- •Swanson Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 19.4).
- •Palmer Middle School is the larger school with 563 students compared with 348.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Palmer Middle School better than Swanson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Swanson Elementary ranks higher (64.8 vs 34.4 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 Palmer Middle School and Swanson Elementary?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Palmer and Palmer in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Palmer Middle School: 563. Swanson Elementary: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Palmer Middle School and Swanson Elementary rank in Alaska?
Palmer Middle School is 18th of 31 and Swanson Elementary is 40th of 159 among middle schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).