Serving 5,498 students in grades 9-12, Reading Sr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 5,498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 68% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reading Sr. High School's student population of 5,498 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 251 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
5,498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
251 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Reading Sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reading Sr. High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2109 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
86%
14%
Black
7%
14%
White
5%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
68%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reading Sr. High School's ranking?
Reading Sr. High School is ranked #2109 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Reading Sr. High School often compared to?
Reading Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Reading Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Reading Sr. High School is 68%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Reading Sr. High School?
5,498 students attend Reading Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Reading Sr. High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reading Sr. High School?
Reading Sr. High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Reading Sr. High School offer ?
Reading Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Reading Sr. High School part of?
Reading Sr. High School is part of Reading SD School District.
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