Parkland HS
3,279 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Parkland High School, located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, is the sole high school within the Parkland School District. It serves as a large, comprehensive secondary institution known for its commitment to academic rigor and a broad range of extracurricular opportunities. The school is highly regarded for its diverse student body and robust athletic programs, often acting as a central hub for the surrounding suburban community. By emphasizing a balance between core curriculum requirements and elective pathways, the school aims to prepare its students for a variety of post-secondary outcomes, including university enrollment, vocational training, and workforce entry.
In addition to its academic programming, Parkland High School offers an extensive array of clubs, arts programs, and competitive sports, which help cultivate a well-rounded student experience. The school leverages its significant size to provide specialized resources, such as advanced placement (AP) courses, technology-integrated classrooms, and dedicated support services for student growth. As a cornerstone of the Parkland School District, the institution prioritizes modern educational standards and community involvement, consistently working to foster an environment that supports student achievement in both the classroom and the greater Lehigh Valley area.
In addition to its academic programming, Parkland High School offers an extensive array of clubs, arts programs, and competitive sports, which help cultivate a well-rounded student experience. The school leverages its significant size to provide specialized resources, such as advanced placement (AP) courses, technology-integrated classrooms, and dedicated support services for student growth. As a cornerstone of the Parkland School District, the institution prioritizes modern educational standards and community involvement, consistently working to foster an environment that supports student achievement in both the classroom and the greater Lehigh Valley area.
3,279
Total Students
202.2
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,820 |
| Hispanic | 661 |
| Black | 202 |
| Asian | 440 |
| Two or More | 149 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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White1,820 (55.5%)
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Hispanic661 (20.2%)
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Asian440 (13.4%)
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Black202 (6.2%)
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Two or More149 (4.5%)
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American Indian4 (0.1%)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Parkland SD |
| Phone: | (610)351-5600 |
| Website: | http://phs.parklandsd.org/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 3,279 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 202.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
864
Grade 10
798
Grade 11
802
Grade 12
815
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 864 |
| Grade 10 | 798 |
| Grade 11 | 802 |
| Grade 12 | 815 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,575 | 48% |
| Male | 1,704 | 52% |
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