Catasauqua SHS vs Northampton Area MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Catasauqua SHS
Northampton · Public high · Grades 9–12
467 students
Northampton Area MS
Northampton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,175 students
| Measure | Catasauqua SHS Northampton, Pennsylvania | Northampton Area MS Northampton, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #386 of 618 | #291 of 521 |
| National rank | #6926 of 16,910 | #6322 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 467 | 1,175 |
| Enrollment | 467 | 1,175 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.5% | 49.4% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 35% |
| city | Northampton | Northampton |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (55.4 vs 56.1).
- •Catasauqua SHS does better on math proficiency (52% vs 35%).
- •Catasauqua SHS does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Northampton Area MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.4% vs 98.5%).
- •Catasauqua SHS does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 14.0).
- •Northampton Area MS is the larger school with 1,175 students compared with 467.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Catasauqua SHS better than Northampton Area MS?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Catasauqua SHS and Northampton Area MS?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Northampton and Northampton in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Catasauqua SHS: 467. Northampton Area MS: 1,175. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Catasauqua SHS and Northampton Area MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Catasauqua SHS is 386th of 618 and Northampton Area MS is 291st of 521 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).