Palmer Ridge High School is a public high school in Monument, Colorado, United States, serving students in grades 9–12. It is one of two high schools in the Lewis-Palmer School District 38, with admission based primarily on the locations of students' homes.
Serving 1,066 students in grades 9-12, Palmer Ridge High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,066 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palmer Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Palmer Ridge High School's student population of 1,066 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,066 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Palmer Ridge High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palmer Ridge High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#91 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
77%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 In The Co
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmer Ridge High School's ranking?
Palmer Ridge High School is ranked #91 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Palmer Ridge High School often compared to?
Palmer Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewis-palmer High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palmer Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Palmer Ridge High School is 91%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Palmer Ridge High School?
1,066 students attend Palmer Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Palmer Ridge High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palmer Ridge High School?
Palmer Ridge High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Palmer Ridge High School offer ?
Palmer Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palmer Ridge High School part of?
Palmer Ridge High School is part of Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 In The Co.
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