For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public high schools serving 16,272 students in Northampton County, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Northampton County, PA are Nazareth Area High School, Saucon Valley Sr. High School and Pen Argyl Area High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Northampton County, PA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in Northampton County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Northampton County, PA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Catasauqua Sr. High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Northampton County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nazareth Area High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
501 East Center Street
Nazareth, PA 18064
(610) 759-1730
Nazareth, PA 18064
(610) 759-1730
Gr: 9-12 | 1,607 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Saucon Valley Sr. High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2100 Polk Valley Rd
Hellertown, PA 18055
(610) 838-7001
Hellertown, PA 18055
(610) 838-7001
Gr: 9-12 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Pen Argyl Area High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 W Laurel Ave
Pen Argyl, PA 18072
(610) 863-1293
Pen Argyl, PA 18072
(610) 863-1293
Gr: 9-12 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Lehigh Valley Charter High School For The Arts
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
321 E. Third St
Bethlehem, PA 18015
(610) 868-2971
Bethlehem, PA 18015
(610) 868-2971
Gr: 9-12 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
Northampton Area High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1619 Laubach Ave
Northampton, PA 18067
(610) 262-7812
Northampton, PA 18067
(610) 262-7812
Gr: 9-12 | 1,866 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #66.
Wilson Area High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
424 Warrior Ln
Easton, PA 18042
(484) 373-6030
Easton, PA 18042
(484) 373-6030
Gr: 9-12 | 709 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #77.
Bangor Area High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
187 Five Points Richmond Rd
Bangor, PA 18013
(610) 599-7011
Bangor, PA 18013
(610) 599-7011
Gr: 9-12 | 883 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #88.
Lehigh Valley Academy Regional Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2040 Avenue C
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(610) 866-9660
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(610) 866-9660
Gr: K-12 | 1,878 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #99.
Freedom High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3149 Chester Ave
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 867-5843
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 867-5843
Gr: 9-12 | 1,792 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Bethlehem Area Vocational-technical School
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Chester Avenue
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 866-8013
Bethlehem, PA 18020
(610) 866-8013
Gr: 9-12 | 18 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Career Institute Of Technology
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5335 Kesslersville Road
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 258-2857
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 258-2857
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #1212.
Liberty High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1115 Linden St
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 691-7200
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 691-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,541 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #1313.
Easton Area High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2601 William Penn Hwy
Easton, PA 18045
(610) 250-2481
Easton, PA 18045
(610) 250-2481
Gr: 9-12 | 2,778 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #1414.
Catasauqua Sr. High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2500 W Bullshead Rd
Northampton, PA 18067
(610) 697-0111
Northampton, PA 18067
(610) 697-0111
Gr: 9-12 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Northampton County, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Northampton County, PA include Nazareth Area High School, Saucon Valley Sr. High School and Pen Argyl Area High School.
How many public high schools are located in Northampton County?
14 public high schools are located in Northampton County.
What is the racial composition of students in Northampton County?
Northampton County public high schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public high schools in Northampton County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Northampton County include: Freedom High School vs. Liberty High School, Liberty High School vs. Freedom High School, Wilson Area High School vs. Easton Area High School
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