Serving 310 students in grades 5-6, West Reading El Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: West Reading El Center's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Reading, PA, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 2.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Reading El Center's student population of 310 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
310 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Reading El Center ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Reading El Center is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#688 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Reading El Center's ranking?
West Reading El Center is ranked #688 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend West Reading El Center?
310 students attend West Reading El Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of West Reading El Center students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Reading El Center?
West Reading El Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Reading El Center offer ?
West Reading El Center offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Reading El Center part of?
West Reading El Center is part of Wyomissing Area School District.
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