Northampton Area HS vs Ridley HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 90 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northampton Area HS
Northampton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,866 students
Ridley HS
Folsom · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,825 students
| Measure | Northampton Area HS Northampton, Pennsylvania | Ridley HS Folsom, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 66 Top 25% |
| State rank | #195 of 618 | #272 of 618 |
| National rank | #2650 of 16,910 | #4249 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,866 | 1,825 |
| Enrollment | 1,866 | 1,825 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.8% | 53.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 62% |
| city | Northampton | Folsom |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northampton Area HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.7 vs 66.2).
- •Northampton Area HS does better on math proficiency (71% vs 62%).
- •Northampton Area HS does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 73%).
- •Northampton Area HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.8% vs 53.5%).
- •Ridley HS does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 16.1).
- •Northampton Area HS is the larger school with 1,866 students compared with 1,825.
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 Northampton Area HS better than Ridley HS?
On the Success Index (US), Northampton Area HS ranks higher (72.7 vs 66.2 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 Northampton Area HS and Ridley HS?
About 90 km in a straight line, between Northampton and Folsom in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northampton Area HS: 1,866. Ridley HS: 1,825. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northampton Area HS and Ridley HS rank in Pennsylvania?
Northampton Area HS is 195th of 618 and Ridley HS is 272nd of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).