Northern Lehigh MS vs Parkside Education Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northern Lehigh MS
Slatington · Public middle · Grades 7–8
238 students
Parkside Education Center
Palmerton · Public elementary · Grades K–1
150 students
| Measure | Northern Lehigh MS Slatington, Pennsylvania | Parkside Education Center Palmerton, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #408 of 521 | #880 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #10408 of 15,369 | #20913 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–1 |
| Students | 238 | 150 |
| Enrollment | 238 | 150 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.6% | 58% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | – |
| Math proficiency | 28% | – |
| city | Slatington | Palmerton |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkside Education Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.1 vs 37.3).
- •Parkside Education Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58% vs 96.6%).
- •Northern Lehigh MS does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.5).
- •Northern Lehigh MS is the larger school with 238 students compared with 150.
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 Northern Lehigh MS better than Parkside Education Center?
On the Success Index (US), Parkside Education Center ranks higher (56.1 vs 37.3 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 Northern Lehigh MS and Parkside Education Center?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Slatington and Palmerton in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northern Lehigh MS: 238. Parkside Education Center: 150. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northern Lehigh MS and Parkside Education Center rank in Pennsylvania?
Northern Lehigh MS is 408th of 521 and Parkside Education Center is 880th of 1,627 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).