Parkland High School is a large public high school in South Whitehall Township, Pennsylvania, near Allentown. The school serves students in grades 9–12 and is the only high school in Parkland School District.
Serving 3,279 students in grades 9-12, Parkland High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Parkland High School's student population of 3,279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 202 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
3,279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
202 teachers
Year Founded
1949
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Parkland High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Parkland High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#423 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
20%
16%
Black
6%
14%
White
56%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Parkland P
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkland High School's ranking?
Parkland High School is ranked #423 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Parkland High School often compared to?
Parkland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emmaus High School, Southern Lehigh Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Parkland High School?
The graduation rate of Parkland High School is 93%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Parkland High School?
3,279 students attend Parkland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Parkland High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkland High School?
Parkland High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Parkland High School offer ?
Parkland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parkland High School part of?
Parkland High School is part of Parkland School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Parkland High School is weak in academics, especially in maths and science. The teachers use notes instead of textbooks. The academic standards is also low compare to other states. My son was staight A student in Parkland, when he transfered to CA public school, he hardly can keep up Bs. His current high school senior class has 917 students, average SAT is 1857. The Parkland average SAT was 1640 in 2010.
1 10/10/2025
Don't let the rankings fool you: this is not a very good high school for many students.I am a current senior at Parkland, and the main issue I have with Parkland is the bias teachers and faculty have towards athletes and natural extroverts. Don't get me wrong, I wasn't a 24-hour stay-at-home hermit, but for the average student trying to get a decent education, Parkland will leave you behind in favor of the more popular and/or smartest students in the class. Additionally, the school boasts about the number of clubs they offer, but more often than not, the same 10 students run 20 clubs through popularity, and any chance for the average student to gain real-life leadership experience in the community is negated. I have a part-time job, and I think my time there has taught me many more life skills than at Parkland.I strongly suggest that people looking at Parkland consider other public schools in the area, with a stronger sense of community and a mission to give each student an equal opportunity to succeed.
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