Best Northampton Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,333 students in Northampton, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Northampton, PA are Northampton Area High School and Catasauqua Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Northampton, PA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in Northampton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Northampton, PA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Catasauqua Sr. High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public High Schools in Northampton, PA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northampton Area High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1619 Laubach Ave
Northampton, PA 18067
(610) 262-7812
Gr: 9-12 | 1,866 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Catasauqua Sr. High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2500 W Bullshead Rd
Northampton, PA 18067
(610) 697-0111
Gr: 9-12 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 54%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Northampton, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Northampton, PA include Northampton Area High School and Catasauqua Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in Northampton?
2 public high schools are located in Northampton.
What is the racial composition of students in Northampton?
Northampton public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public high schools in Northampton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Northampton include: Catasauqua Sr. High School vs. Northampton Area High School

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