James M. Bennett High vs Parkside High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Maryland, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James M. Bennett High
Salisbury · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,474 students
Parkside High
Salisbury · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,272 students
| Measure | James M. Bennett High Salisbury, Maryland | Parkside High Salisbury, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #97 of 197 | #93 of 197 |
| National rank | #7343 of 16,910 | #6916 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,474 | 1,272 |
| Enrollment | 1,474 | 1,272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.3% | 53.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 46% |
| city | Salisbury | Salisbury |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkside High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.5 vs 53.9).
- •James M. Bennett High does better on math proficiency (52% vs 46%).
- •James M. Bennett High does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 54%).
- •Parkside High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.2% vs 54.3%).
- •Parkside High does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 15.5).
- •James M. Bennett High is the larger school with 1,474 students compared with 1,272.
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 James M. Bennett High better than Parkside High?
On the Success Index (US), Parkside High ranks higher (55.5 vs 53.9 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 James M. Bennett High and Parkside High?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Salisbury and Salisbury in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James M. Bennett High: 1,474. Parkside High: 1,272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James M. Bennett High and Parkside High rank in Maryland?
James M. Bennett High is 97th of 197 and Parkside High is 93rd of 197 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).