North Penn SHS vs Parkland HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 49 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Penn SHS
Lansdale · Public high · Grades 10–12
3,165 students
Parkland HS
Allentown · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,279 students
| Measure | North Penn SHS Lansdale, Pennsylvania | Parkland HS Allentown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 79 Top 10% |
| State rank | #95 of 618 | #105 of 618 |
| National rank | #1267 of 16,910 | #1382 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 3,165 | 3,279 |
| Enrollment | 3,165 | 3,279 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.2% | 34.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 80% |
| city | Lansdale | Allentown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (80.0 vs 79.3).
- •Parkland HS does better on math proficiency (80% vs 78%).
- •Parkland HS does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 83%).
- •Parkland HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.2% vs 36.2%).
- •North Penn SHS does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 16.2).
- •Parkland HS is the larger school with 3,279 students compared with 3,165.
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 North Penn SHS better than Parkland HS?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are North Penn SHS and Parkland HS?
About 49 km in a straight line, between Lansdale and Allentown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Penn SHS: 3,165. Parkland HS: 3,279. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Penn SHS and Parkland HS rank in Pennsylvania?
North Penn SHS is 95th of 618 and Parkland HS is 105th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).