Serving 4,779 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 40% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 4,779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reading Sr. High School's student population of 4,779 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 254 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
4,779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
254 teachers
School Rankings
Reading Sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reading Sr. High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1890 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
87%
15%
Black
7%
14%
White
4%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
72%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reading Sr. High School's ranking?
Reading Sr. High School is ranked #1890 out of 2,733 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 38% 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 72%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Reading Sr. High School?
4,779 students attend Reading Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Reading Sr. High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% 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 19:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reading Sr. High School part of?
Reading Sr. High School is part of Reading School District.
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