Northern Lehigh SHS vs Science Leadership Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 96 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northern Lehigh SHS
Slatington · Public high · Grades 9–12
502 students
Science Leadership Academy
Philadelphia · Public high · Grades 9–12
502 students
| Measure | Northern Lehigh SHS Slatington, Pennsylvania | Science Leadership Academy Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #407 of 618 | #401 of 618 |
| National rank | #7701 of 16,910 | #7458 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 502 | 502 |
| Enrollment | 502 | 502 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.8% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 26.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 72% |
| city | Slatington | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (52.6 vs 53.5).
- •Science Leadership Academy does better on math proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •Science Leadership Academy does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 62%).
- •Northern Lehigh SHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.8% vs 99.6%).
- •Northern Lehigh SHS does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 26.4).
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 Northern Lehigh SHS better than Science Leadership Academy?
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 Northern Lehigh SHS and Science Leadership Academy?
About 96 km in a straight line, between Slatington and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northern Lehigh SHS: 502. Science Leadership Academy: 502. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northern Lehigh SHS and Science Leadership Academy rank in Pennsylvania?
Northern Lehigh SHS is 407th of 618 and Science Leadership Academy is 401st of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).