Orefield MS vs Parkland HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Orefield MS
Orefield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,034 students
Parkland HS
Allentown · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,279 students
| Measure | Orefield MS Orefield, Pennsylvania | Parkland HS Allentown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 79 Top 10% |
| State rank | #93 of 521 | #105 of 618 |
| National rank | #1788 of 15,369 | #1382 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,034 | 3,279 |
| Enrollment | 1,034 | 3,279 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.5% | 34.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 80% |
| city | Orefield | Allentown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkland HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.3 vs 78.2).
- •Parkland HS does better on math proficiency (80% vs 56%).
- •Parkland HS does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 78%).
- •Parkland HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.2% vs 34.5%).
- •Orefield MS does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 16.2).
- •Parkland HS is the larger school with 3,279 students compared with 1,034.
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 Orefield MS better than Parkland HS?
On the Success Index (US), Parkland HS ranks higher (79.3 vs 78.2 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 Orefield MS and Parkland HS?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Orefield and Allentown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Orefield MS: 1,034. Parkland HS: 3,279. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Orefield MS and Parkland HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Orefield MS is 93rd of 521 and Parkland HS is 105th of 618 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).