Catasauqua SHS vs Palisades HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 29 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
Palisades HS
Kintnersville · Public high · Grades 9–12
465 students
| Measure | Catasauqua SHS Northampton, Pennsylvania | Palisades HS Kintnersville, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #386 of 618 | #56 of 618 |
| National rank | #6926 of 16,910 | #676 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 467 | 465 |
| Enrollment | 467 | 465 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.5% | 30.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 77% |
| city | Northampton | Kintnersville |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palisades HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.6 vs 55.4).
- •Palisades HS does better on math proficiency (77% vs 52%).
- •Palisades HS does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 67%).
- •Palisades HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.5% vs 98.5%).
- •Catasauqua SHS does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 11.6).
- •Catasauqua SHS is the larger school with 467 students compared with 465.
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 Palisades HS?
On the Success Index (US), Palisades HS ranks higher (84.6 vs 55.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Catasauqua SHS and Palisades HS?
About 29 km in a straight line, between Northampton and Kintnersville in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Catasauqua SHS: 467. Palisades HS: 465. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Catasauqua SHS and Palisades HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Catasauqua SHS is 386th of 618 and Palisades HS is 56th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).