Very Good
#1074 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 38% in state
Based on limited data
Parkside Education Center
Elementary School · Palmerton Area SD
680 Fourth Street, Palmerton, PA 18071
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on PA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,074 of 2,846
In Palmerton
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Palmerton Area SD
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Parkside Education Center
Elementary School in Palmerton · grades Kindergarten – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Parkside Education Center
Parkside Education Center is a public elementary school in Palmerton, PA, part of Palmerton Area SD. Parkside Education Center serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Parkside Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,074 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 147 students, Parkside Education Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Parkside Education Center Compares
See how Parkside Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
680 Fourth Street, Palmerton, PA 18071
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parkside Education Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Schnecksville Sch (rated 8.6/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Schnecksville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Towamensing El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Lehighton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lehigh El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Walnutport), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Palmerton, see our Palmerton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| S S Palmer El Sch Palmerton | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ST JOHN NEUMANN REGIONAL SCHOOL Palmerton | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Palmerton Area JHS Palmerton | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Palmerton Area HS Palmerton | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Slatington El Sch Slatington | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Northern Lehigh SHS Slatington | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Northern Lehigh MS Slatington | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| ST JOHN NEUMANN REGIONAL SCHOOL Slatington | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Towamensing El Sch Lehighton | 5.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Lehigh El Sch Walnutport | 4.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Peters El Sch Slatington | 5.8 mi | 6.6 |
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ASSOCIATES ISST Weissport | 5.3 mi | 6.8 |
| VALLEY RIDGE ACADEMY Lehighton | 5.7 mi | — |
| PACKER RIDGE ACADEMY Lehighton | 6.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Lehighton Area MS Lehighton | 6.4 mi | 4.9 |
| WILLOW ACADEMY Lehighton | 6.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Lehighton Area HS Lehighton | 6.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Lehighton Area Elementary Center Lehighton | 6.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Schnecksville Sch Schnecksville | 9.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Jim Thorpe Area HS Jim Thorpe | 8.0 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,996
Median Home Value
$195,200
Median Rent
$949/mo
Population
11,047
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
48.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY#15 West Chester, PA | 7.0 |
| Newton-Ransom El School Clarks Summit, PA | 7.0 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE Penndel, PA | 7.0 |
| ST BERNARD REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Indiana, PA | 7.0 |
| ST JOHN PAUL II ELEMENTARY Hermitage, PA | 7.0 |
| ABRAMS HEBREW ACADEMY Yardley, PA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parkside Education Center
What grades does Parkside Education Center serve?
Parkside Education Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Parkside Education Center?
Parkside Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkside Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Parkside Education Center is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Parkside Education Center rank in PA?
Parkside Education Center ranks #1,074 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Parkside Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Parkside Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Parkside Education Center a charter school?
No, Parkside Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Parkside Education Center a Title I school?
No, Parkside Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parkside Education Center?
59.2% of students at Parkside Education Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 147
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Carbon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.4%
- Phone
- (610) 826-4914
Resources & Links
District
Palmerton Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,666
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,395
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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