Parkland HS vs Springhouse MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parkland HS
Allentown · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,279 students
Springhouse MS
Allentown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,329 students
| Measure | Parkland HS Allentown, Pennsylvania | Springhouse MS Allentown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #105 of 618 | #81 of 521 |
| National rank | #1382 of 16,910 | #1520 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 3,279 | 1,329 |
| Enrollment | 3,279 | 1,329 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.2% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 61% |
| city | Allentown | Allentown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.3 vs 79.8).
- •Parkland HS does better on math proficiency (80% vs 61%).
- •Parkland HS does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 83%).
- •Springhouse MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32% vs 34.2%).
- •Springhouse MS does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 16.2).
- •Parkland HS is the larger school with 3,279 students compared with 1,329.
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 Parkland HS better than Springhouse MS?
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 Parkland HS and Springhouse MS?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Allentown and Allentown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parkland HS: 3,279. Springhouse MS: 1,329. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parkland HS and Springhouse MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Parkland HS is 105th of 618 and Springhouse MS is 81st of 521 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).