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.
3,220
Total Students
216.9
Full-Time Teachers
14.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Parkland HS
Demographic Student Count
White1,931
Hispanic581
Black188
Asian387
Two or More127
American Indian3
Pacific Islander3
  • White
    1,931 (60.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    581 (18.0 %)
  • Asian
    387 (12.0 %)
  • Black
    188 (5.8 %)
  • Two or More
    127 (3.9 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (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: 3,220
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 216.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 814
Grade 10 791
Grade 11 818
Grade 12 797

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Parkland HS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9814
Grade 10791
Grade 11818
Grade 12797
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Parkland HS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,48746.2%
Male1,73353.8%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)