Mahantongo El Sch vs Parkside Education Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 85 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mahantongo El Sch
Klingerstown · Public elementary · Grades K–6
148 students
Parkside Education Center
Palmerton · Public elementary · Grades K–1
150 students
| Measure | Mahantongo El Sch Klingerstown, Pennsylvania | Parkside Education Center Palmerton, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #647 of 1,627 | #880 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #13786 of 50,301 | #20913 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–1 |
| Students | 148 | 150 |
| Enrollment | 148 | 150 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.6% | 58% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | – |
| Math proficiency | 57% | – |
| city | Klingerstown | Palmerton |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mahantongo El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.5 vs 56.1).
- •Mahantongo El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.6% vs 58%).
- •Parkside Education Center does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 18.5).
- •Parkside Education Center is the larger school with 150 students compared with 148.
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 Mahantongo El Sch better than Parkside Education Center?
On the Success Index (US), Mahantongo El Sch ranks higher (66.5 vs 56.1 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 Mahantongo El Sch and Parkside Education Center?
About 85 km in a straight line, between Klingerstown and Palmerton in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mahantongo El Sch: 148. Parkside Education Center: 150. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mahantongo El Sch and Parkside Education Center rank in Pennsylvania?
Mahantongo El Sch is 647th of 1,627 and Parkside Education Center is 880th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).