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Reading Junior Senior High School

High School · Reading Community City

810 E Columbia Ave, Reading, OH 45215

Enrollment

666

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

5.4

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,397 of 3,441

In Reading

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Reading Community City

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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5.4/10

High School in Reading · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Reading Junior Senior High School

Reading Junior Senior High School is a public high school in Reading, OH, part of Reading Community City. Reading Junior Senior High School serves approximately 666 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Reading Junior Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,397 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Reading Junior Senior High School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below OH schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Reading Junior Senior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
College Readiness5.3Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation9.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,846
Chronic Absenteeism39.3%

Reading Junior Senior High School — Students at Reading Junior Senior High School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
80%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
44.6%
ELA
54.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.

How Reading Junior Senior High School Compares

See how Reading Junior Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
30th percentile in OH
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.3
Sports
26
12 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
9.8% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics26sports offered
12 boys'·14 girls'·26 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

810 E Columbia Ave, Reading, OH 45215

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Reading Junior Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Deer Park Jr/Sr High School (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Cincinnati), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOUNT NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Cincinnati), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lockland Junior Senior High School (rated 4.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Lockland), a more accessible option. For more schools in Reading, see our Reading schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Reading Elementary School Reading 0.0 mi 7.1
MOUNT NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati 0.2 mi 6.3
Cincinnati Classical Academy Cincinnati 0.9 mi 6.7
STS PETER & PAUL ACADEMY Reading 1.3 mi 7.8
Lockland Elementary School Lockland 1.4 mi 3.0
Lockland Junior Senior High School Lockland 1.4 mi 4.1
Deer Park Jr/Sr High School Cincinnati 1.6 mi 6.8
Blue Ash Elementary Cincinnati 1.7 mi 9.0
LINDEN GROVE SCHOOL Cincinnati 1.8 mi 8.1
AL PI DARKO INITIATIVE BDA OHR TORAH CINCINNATI Cincinnati 1.9 mi 8.0
OHR TORAH CINCINNATI Cincinnati 1.9 mi 8.1
Lincoln Heights Elementary School Cincinnati 2.1 mi 6.5
KENNEDY HEIGHTS MONTESSORI CENTER Cincinnati 2.3 mi
Amity Elementary School Cincinnati 2.0 mi 7.2
ATARA GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnati 2.3 mi
CINCINNATI HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Cincinnati 2.4 mi 7.8
Roselawn Condon School Cincinnati 2.2 mi 4.2
ST RITA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Cincinnati 2.6 mi 7.8
Pleasant Ridge Montessori School Cincinnati 2.8 mi 7.3
T.C.P. World Academy Cincinnati 2.8 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,949

Median Home Value

$200,100

Median Rent

$954/mo

Population

30,806

College Educated

34.6%

Homeownership

56.7%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

15.8%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Reading Junior Senior High School

What grades does Reading Junior Senior High School serve?

Reading Junior Senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Reading Junior Senior High School?

Reading Junior Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 666 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Reading Junior Senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Reading Junior Senior High School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Reading Junior Senior High School rank in OH?

Reading Junior Senior High School ranks #2,397 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Reading Junior Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Reading Junior Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Reading Junior Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Reading Junior Senior High School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Reading Junior Senior High School a charter school?

No, Reading Junior Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Reading Junior Senior High School a Title I school?

No, Reading Junior Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
666
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.3%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

Reading Community City
District Enrollment
1,442
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,846
District Rank
#2 of 2

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