North Middle School vs Palmer High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Middle School
Colorado Springs · Public middle · Grades 6–8
636 students
Palmer High School
Colorado Springs · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,265 students
| Measure | North Middle School Colorado Springs, Colorado | Palmer High School Colorado Springs, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #196 of 262 | #210 of 307 |
| National rank | #11988 of 15,369 | #11411 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 636 | 1,265 |
| Enrollment | 636 | 1,265 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.7% | 61.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 33% |
| city | Colorado Springs | Colorado Springs |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palmer High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.2 vs 29.7).
- •Palmer High School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 18%).
- •Palmer High School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 42%).
- •Palmer High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.4% vs 62.7%).
- •North Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 23.0).
- •Palmer High School is the larger school with 1,265 students compared with 636.
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 North Middle School better than Palmer High School?
On the Success Index (US), Palmer High School ranks higher (38.2 vs 29.7 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 North Middle School and Palmer High School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Colorado Springs and Colorado Springs in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Middle School: 636. Palmer High School: 1,265. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Middle School and Palmer High School rank in Colorado?
North Middle School is 196th of 262 and Palmer High School is 210th of 307 among middle schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).