Parkland HS vs Zephyr El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 3.8 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
Zephyr El Sch
Whitehall · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
598 students
| Measure | Parkland HS Allentown, Pennsylvania | Zephyr El Sch Whitehall, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #105 of 618 | #991 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #1382 of 16,910 | #24432 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 3,279 | 598 |
| Enrollment | 3,279 | 598 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.2% | 98.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 48% |
| city | Allentown | Whitehall |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkland HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.3 vs 51.1).
- •Parkland HS does better on math proficiency (80% vs 48%).
- •Parkland HS does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 66%).
- •Parkland HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.2% vs 98.3%).
- •Zephyr El Sch does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 16.2).
- •Parkland HS is the larger school with 3,279 students compared with 598.
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 Zephyr El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Parkland HS ranks higher (79.3 vs 51.1 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 Parkland HS and Zephyr El Sch?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Allentown and Whitehall in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parkland HS: 3,279. Zephyr El Sch: 598. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parkland HS and Zephyr El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Parkland HS is 105th of 618 and Zephyr El Sch is 991st of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).