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Northwestern Lehigh High School

Northwestern Lehigh SD · Lehigh County · 6493 Route 309, New Tripoli, PA 18066.0

(610)298-8661

8/10
#140
Rank 140 out of 625
Top 22%
English Language Arts7/10 · #249 · 60th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #80 · 87th percentile
Science8/10 · #127 · 80th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Northwestern Lehigh High School sits in the quiet, rural stretches of Lehigh County where small-town Pennsylvania life is very much intact — think rolling farmland, tight-knit communities, and a pace that feels a world away from the bustle of nearby Allentown. The school punches well above what you might expect for its size, with particularly strong math and science scores that make it a solid choice for families who want rigorous academics without the pressure-cooker environment of a larger suburban district. It tends to attract families who value that blend of community closeness and genuine academic opportunity — the kind of place where teachers know students by name and kids can thrive across the board.

Student Demographics

156 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
136 (87%)
Hispanic
8 (5%)
African American
6 (4%)
Other
6 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners2 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged34 (22%)
Students with Disabilities38 (24%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

658
Enrollment
49.9
Teachers (FTE)
13.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Graduation Rate

97.1%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

12
AP Courses
offered
28.2%
AP Participation
of students
196
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

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 Programs2/10 · #595 · 11th percentile

4 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Pennsylvania.