Northampton County Schools & Education
Northampton County, Pennsylvania
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
71/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
90.5%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
90.5%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 90.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,170
National avg $13,239
State avg $10,336
School Score
71/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 72/100
State Score Position
#33
of 67 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Northampton County
Measured School Summary
Northampton County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 71/100 and a graduation rate of 90.5%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
Northampton County spends $10,170 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 1% below the Pennsylvania average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 0.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 2% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Northampton County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
61 public schools and 13 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
71/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #33 of 67 Pennsylvania counties with school score data.
Completion
90.5%
0.2 pts above the state average
Funding context
$10,170
$166 below the state average
School coverage
61
13 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Northampton County has 61 public schools across 13 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Northampton County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Large multi-district county
Northampton County has many school records across many districts. County averages are only the opening screen; neighborhood-level assignment and grade-band fit matter more here.
State position
#33
of 67 Pennsylvania counties with school score data. The county score is roughly in line with the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Easton Area SD
Elementary to high school visible
7,990 students
9 listed schools in this county slice.
Northampton Area SD
Elementary to high school visible
5,219 students
6 listed schools in this county slice.
Nazareth Area SD
Elementary to high school visible
4,852 students
6 listed schools in this county slice.
Bangor Area SD
Elementary to high school visible
2,775 students
5 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Easton Area SD is the largest listed district slice, with 9 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Northampton County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Northampton County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Northampton County, Pennsylvania
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
A Thriving School System in the Lehigh Valley
Northampton County supports 61 public schools across 13 districts, educating a total of 40,753 students. The network is extensive, featuring 35 elementary schools and 13 high schools to serve a growing population.
Easton and Nazareth Drive Local Enrollment
Easton Area SD is the largest district with 7,990 students across nine schools. The county also offers diverse options through four charter schools, which make up about 6.6% of the total educational landscape.
A Mix of Urban and Suburban Hubs
The county features 39 suburban and 13 city schools, with a larger-than-average school size of 668 students. Easton Area High School is a major regional landmark with 2,844 students, offering a broad range of programs and facilities.
School Overview
Total Schools
61
in Northampton County
Reported Enrollment
40,753
61 schools reporting
School Districts
13
districts
Charter Schools
4
7% of total
School Level Breakdown
13 School Districts in Northampton County
Easton Area SD
GuideNorthampton Area SD
GuideNazareth Area SD
GuideBangor Area SD
Wilson Area SD
Saucon Valley SD
Lehigh Valley Academy Regional CS
Pen Argyl Area SD
Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts
Lehigh Valley Dual Language CS
61 Public Schools in Northampton County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 9 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 61 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easton Area HS | Profile | Easton Area SD | Easton, 18045Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 2,844 |
| Liberty HS | Profile | Bethlehem Area SD | Bethlehem, 18018City: Small | 9–12 | High | 2,640 |
| Easton Area MS | Profile | Easton Area SD | Easton, 18040Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 1,874 |
| Northampton Area HS | Profile | Northampton Area SD | Northampton, 18067Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,862 |
| Lehigh Valley Academy Regional CS | Profile | Lehigh Valley Academy Regional CS | Bethlehem, 18017Suburb: Large | KG–12 | Charter | 1,795 |
| Freedom HS | Profile | Bethlehem Area SD | Bethlehem, 18020Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,753 |
| Nazareth Area HS | Profile | Nazareth Area SD | Nazareth, 18064Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,594 |
| Northampton Area MS | Profile | Northampton Area SD | Northampton, 18067Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 1,256 |
| East Hills MS | Profile | Bethlehem Area SD | Bethlehem, 18017City: Small | 6–8 | Middle | 1,047 |
| Bangor Area HS | Record | Bangor Area SD | Bangor, 18013Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 887 |
| Colonel John Siegfried El Sch | Record | Northampton Area SD | Northampton, 18067Suburb: Large | KG–5 | Primary | 808 |
| Nazareth Area MS | Record | Nazareth Area SD | Nazareth, 18064Suburb: Large | 7–8 | Middle | 778 |
| Nazareth Area Intermediate Sch | Record | Nazareth Area SD | Nazareth, 18064Suburb: Large | 5–6 | Middle | 750 |
| Wilson Area HS | Record | Wilson Area SD | Easton, 18042Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 741 |
| Northeast MS | Record | Bethlehem Area SD | Bethlehem, 18018City: Small | 6–8 | Middle | 725 |
| Wilson Area Intermediate Sch | Record | Wilson Area SD | Easton, 18042Suburb: Large | 5–8 | Middle | 676 |
| Saucon Valley El Sch | Record | Saucon Valley SD | Hellertown, 18055Suburb: Large | KG–4 | Primary | 670 |
| Saucon Valley SHS | Record | Saucon Valley SD | Hellertown, 18055Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 648 |
| Saucon Valley MS | Record | Saucon Valley SD | Hellertown, 18055Suburb: Large | 5–8 | Middle | 635 |
| Lower Nazareth El Sch | Record | Nazareth Area SD | Nazareth, 18064Suburb: Large | KG–4 | Primary | 620 |
Easton Area HS
Easton Area SD
Easton, 18045 / Suburb: Large
Liberty HS
Bethlehem Area SD
Bethlehem, 18018 / City: Small
Easton Area MS
Easton Area SD
Easton, 18040 / Suburb: Large
Northampton Area HS
Northampton Area SD
Northampton, 18067 / Suburb: Large
Lehigh Valley Academy Regional CS
Lehigh Valley Academy Regional CS
Bethlehem, 18017 / Suburb: Large
Freedom HS
Bethlehem Area SD
Bethlehem, 18020 / Suburb: Large
Nazareth Area HS
Nazareth Area SD
Nazareth, 18064 / Suburb: Large
Northampton Area MS
Northampton Area SD
Northampton, 18067 / Suburb: Large
East Hills MS
Bethlehem Area SD
Bethlehem, 18017 / City: Small
Colonel John Siegfried El Sch
Northampton Area SD
Northampton, 18067 / Suburb: Large
Nazareth Area Intermediate Sch
Nazareth Area SD
Nazareth, 18064 / Suburb: Large
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$10,170
State avg $10,336
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Schools in Northampton County, Pennsylvania — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Northampton County, Pennsylvania?
Northampton County supports 61 public schools across 13 districts, educating a total of 40,753 students. The network is extensive, featuring 35 elementary schools and 13 high schools to serve a growing population.
What are the major school districts in Northampton County, Pennsylvania?
Easton Area SD is the largest district with 7,990 students across nine schools. The county also offers diverse options through four charter schools, which make up about 6.6% of the total educational landscape.
What is the school experience like in Northampton County?
The county features 39 suburban and 13 city schools, with a larger-than-average school size of 668 students. Easton Area High School is a major regional landmark with 2,844 students, offering a broad range of programs and facilities.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.