Palisades HS vs Saucon Valley SHS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Palisades HS
Kintnersville · Public high · Grades 9–12
465 students
Saucon Valley SHS
Hellertown · Public high · Grades 9–12
627 students
| Measure | Palisades HS Kintnersville, Pennsylvania | Saucon Valley SHS Hellertown, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank | #56 of 618 | #65 of 618 |
| National rank | #676 of 16,910 | #732 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 465 | 627 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 627 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.5% | 29.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 82% |
| city | Kintnersville | Hellertown |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (84.6 vs 84.2).
- •Saucon Valley SHS does better on math proficiency (82% vs 77%).
- •Saucon Valley SHS does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •Saucon Valley SHS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.8% vs 30.5%).
- •Palisades HS does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.9).
- •Saucon Valley SHS is the larger school with 627 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 Palisades HS better than Saucon Valley SHS?
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 Palisades HS and Saucon Valley SHS?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Kintnersville and Hellertown in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Palisades HS: 465. Saucon Valley SHS: 627. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Palisades HS and Saucon Valley SHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Palisades HS is 56th of 618 and Saucon Valley SHS is 65th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).