Needs Improvement
#2551 of 2,846 schools in PA
Northampton Area MS
Middle School · Northampton Area SD
1617 Laubach Ave, Northampton, PA 18067
Enrollment
1,235
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,235
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,551 of 2,846
In Northampton
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Northampton Area SD
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Northampton Area MS
Middle School in Northampton · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Northampton Area HS
0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Colonel John Siegfried EL Sch
0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Northampton Area MS
Northampton Area MS is a public middle school in Northampton, PA, part of Northampton Area SD. Northampton Area MS serves approximately 1,235 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Northampton Area MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,551 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Northampton Area MS show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 5.4
Score Breakdown
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Northampton Area MS — Students at Northampton Area MS score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How Northampton Area MS Compares
See how Northampton Area MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1617 Laubach Ave, Northampton, PA 18067
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northampton Area MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Catasauqua MS (rated 5.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Catasauqua), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whitehall-Coplay MS (rated 4.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Whitehall), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northampton, see our Northampton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northampton Area HS Northampton | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Colonel John Siegfried El Sch Northampton | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Catasauqua SHS Northampton | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Catasauqua MS Catasauqua | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Innovative Arts Academy CS Catasauqua | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| George D Steckel El Sch Whitehall | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Whitehall HS Whitehall | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Whitehall-Coplay MS Whitehall | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Zephyr El Sch Whitehall | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Francis H Sheckler El Sch Catasauqua | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| ST STEPHENS SCHOOL Whitehall | 2.9 mi | — |
| Clarence M Gockley El Sch Whitehall | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| WHITEHALL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Whitehall | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| MANARAH ISLAMIC ACADEMY Whitehall | 3.5 mi | 8.3 |
| THE CUDDLE ZONE LEARNING CENTER Allentown | 4.4 mi | — |
| CENTENNIAL SCHOOL LEHIGH UNIV Bethlehem | 3.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Kratzer Sch Allentown | 4.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Washington El Sch Allentown | 5.0 mi | 2.8 |
| Executive Education Academy CS Allentown | 4.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Lehigh Valley Academy Regional CS Bethlehem | 4.1 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,965
Median Home Value
$265,400
Median Rent
$1,244/mo
Population
19,490
College Educated
26.7%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
45.2
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|---|---|
| Emory H Markle MS Hanover, PA | 3.9 |
| Benjamin Franklin MS Levittown, PA | 3.8 |
| Central MS Reading, PA | 3.8 |
| Dallastown Area MS Dallastown, PA | 4.0 |
| Eisenhower MS Norristown, PA | 4.0 |
| J T Lambert Intermediate Sch East Stroudsburg, PA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northampton Area MS
What grades does Northampton Area MS serve?
Northampton Area MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Northampton Area MS?
Northampton Area MS has an enrollment of approximately 1,235 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northampton Area MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Northampton Area MS is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northampton Area MS rank in PA?
Northampton Area MS ranks #2,551 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Northampton Area MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Northampton Area MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Northampton Area MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northampton Area MS has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Northampton Area MS a charter school?
No, Northampton Area MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northampton Area MS a Title I school?
No, Northampton Area MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northampton Area MS?
47.0% of students at Northampton Area MS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,235
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 83
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Northampton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.7%
- Phone
- (610) 262-7817
Resources & Links
District
Northampton Area SD- District Enrollment
- 5,179
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,383
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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