Small government primary school in Palmer, South Australia (R–6, 28 students), serving inner regional community.
In 2025 NAPLAN testing at Palmer Primary School, Year 3 students averaged 387 across the tested NAPLAN domains, below the national average of 407 for that year level, and Year 5 students averaged 427, well below the national average of 490 for that year level. National averages are specific to each year level, because NAPLAN scores are scaled so older year levels score higher, a school-wide average can't be compared with a single national figure.
Palmer Primary School is a very small government primary school with approximately 28 students. It offers education for years R-6. As a government school, enrolment is generally available to students living within the school's designated catchment zone. Families outside the zone may apply for out-of-area placement subject to availability.
Palmer Primary School is a government school, so there are no tuition fees. Families may be asked to contribute to voluntary school fees covering materials, excursions, and activities. The school has a value score of 39/100 on SchoolRank, which compares educational outcomes relative to cost, government schools typically score well on this measure.
Palmer Primary School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.6:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 43% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 88%, which is moderate.
Palmer Primary School is located in Palmer, SA, classified as a inner regional school. With an ICSEA of 987 (41th percentile), the school community's socio-educational advantage is around the national average. ICSEA measures the educational advantage of a school's community, not the school's quality, a lower ICSEA school with strong academic scores may indicate particularly effective teaching.