King Martin Luther HS vs Parkway Northwest
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 329 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
King Martin Luther HS
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
527 students
Parkway Northwest
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
238 students
| Measure | King Martin Luther HS Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Parkway Northwest Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #612 of 618 | #581 of 618 |
| National rank | #16660 of 16,910 | #15673 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 527 | 238 |
| Enrollment | 527 | 238 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 91.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 22% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkway Northwest scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.6 vs 9.2).
- •Parkway Northwest does better on math proficiency (22% vs 2.5%).
- •Parkway Northwest does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •Parkway Northwest does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.6% vs 100%).
- •King Martin Luther HS does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 21.6).
- •King Martin Luther HS is the larger school with 527 students compared with 238.
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 King Martin Luther HS better than Parkway Northwest?
On the Success Index (US), Parkway Northwest ranks higher (17.6 vs 9.2 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 King Martin Luther HS and Parkway Northwest?
About 329 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
King Martin Luther HS: 527. Parkway Northwest: 238. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do King Martin Luther HS and Parkway Northwest rank in Pennsylvania?
King Martin Luther HS is 612th of 618 and Parkway Northwest is 581st of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).