Northampton Area MS vs Penndale MS
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 53 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northampton Area MS
Northampton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,175 students
Penndale MS
Lansdale · Public middle · Grades 7–9
1,171 students
| Measure | Northampton Area MS Northampton, Pennsylvania | Penndale MS Lansdale, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #291 of 521 | #189 of 521 |
| National rank | #6322 of 15,369 | #3958 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–9 |
| Students | 1,175 | 1,171 |
| Enrollment | 1,175 | 1,171 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.4% | 46.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 43% |
| city | Northampton | Lansdale |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Penndale MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.2 vs 56.1).
- •Penndale MS does better on math proficiency (43% vs 35%).
- •Penndale MS does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •Penndale MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.2% vs 49.4%).
- •Penndale MS does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.0).
- •Northampton Area MS is the larger school with 1,175 students compared with 1,171.
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 MS better than Penndale MS?
On the Success Index (US), Penndale MS ranks higher (67.2 vs 56.1 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 MS and Penndale MS?
About 53 km in a straight line, between Northampton and Lansdale in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northampton Area MS: 1,175. Penndale MS: 1,171. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northampton Area MS and Penndale MS rank in Pennsylvania?
Northampton Area MS is 291st of 521 and Penndale MS is 189th of 521 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).