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Nazareth Area Middle School

Nazareth Area SD · Northampton County · 94 Friedenstahl Ave, Nazareth, PA 18064.0

(610)759-3350

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8/10
#114
Rank 114 out of 520
Top 22%
English Language Arts9/10 · #102 · 81st percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #164 · 69th percentile
Science9/10 · #56 · 88th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Nazareth Area Middle School sits in the heart of Northampton County's borough of Nazareth, a tight-knit community about 15 miles north of Easton where Friday night football is a religion and neighbors still know each other by name. The school punches well above average across the board, with science scores that really stand out, making it a solid fit for families who want strong academics without the pressure-cooker feel of some of the region's more intense suburban districts. If you're drawn to small-town Pennsylvania life — think tree-lined streets, local diners, and easy access to the Lehigh Valley's growing job market — Nazareth offers a genuine sense of community that carries right into its schools.

Student Demographics

747 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
555 (74%)
Hispanic
100 (13%)
Asian
42 (6%)
Multiple Races
28 (4%)
African American
21 (3%)
Other
1 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners12 (2%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged188 (25%)
Students with Disabilities114 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

775
Enrollment
53.1
Teachers (FTE)
14.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #233 · 55th percentile

47 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found