Athol High vs Palmer High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Massachusetts, United States, 46 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athol High
Athol · Public high · Grades 9–12
417 students
Palmer High
Palmer · Public high · Grades 7–12
416 students
| Measure | Athol High Athol, Massachusetts | Palmer High Palmer, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #222 of 300 | #228 of 300 |
| National rank | #8525 of 16,910 | #8922 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 417 | 416 |
| Enrollment | 417 | 416 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 9.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| city | Athol | Palmer |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Athol High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.4 vs 48.0).
- •Athol High does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 40%).
- •Palmer High does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 11.6).
- •Athol High is the larger school with 417 students compared with 416.
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 Athol High better than Palmer High?
On the Success Index (US), Athol High ranks higher (49.4 vs 48.0 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 Athol High and Palmer High?
About 46 km in a straight line, between Athol and Palmer in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athol High: 417. Palmer High: 416. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athol High and Palmer High rank in Massachusetts?
Athol High is 222nd of 300 and Palmer High is 228th of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).