Below Average
#2294 of 2,846 schools in PA
Millmont EL Sch
Elementary School · Reading SD
400 Summit Avenue, Reading, PA 19611
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,294 of 2,846
In Reading
#7 of 31
public schools
In district
#2 of 19
Reading SD
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Millmont EL Sch
Elementary School in Reading · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Millmont EL Sch
Millmont EL Sch is a public elementary school in Reading, PA, part of Reading SD. Millmont EL Sch serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Millmont EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,294 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Millmont EL Sch show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 3.2
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Millmont EL Sch sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Millmont EL Sch — Students at Millmont EL Sch score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.4/10.
How Millmont EL Sch Compares
See how Millmont EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
400 Summit Avenue, Reading, PA 19611
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Millmont EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby West Reading), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cumru El Sch (rated 4.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Shillington), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Reading, see our Reading schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OPPORTUNITIES SCHOOL Reading | 0.4 mi | — |
| Tyson-Schoener El Sch Reading | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Reading | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Southwest MS Reading | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| BERKS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Reading | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| NEW STORY Reading | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Amanda E Stout El Sch Reading | 1.1 mi | 2.0 |
| Southern MS Reading | 1.2 mi | 2.0 |
| READING SDA JR ACADEMY Reading | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Tenth & Penn El Sch Reading | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Lauers Park El Sch Reading | 1.5 mi | 2.1 |
| West Reading El Ctr West Reading | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| FAIRVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Reading | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| NEW STORY Reading | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Central MS Reading | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Tenth & Green El Sch Reading | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL West Reading | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Intermediate Sch Shillington | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Sixteenth & Haak El Sch Reading | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Cumru El Sch Shillington | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,379
Median Home Value
$161,900
Median Rent
$1,098/mo
Population
11,170
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
48.6%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
25.2%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Benjamin Franklin Sch Harrisburg, PA | 4.6 |
| California Area El Sch Coal Center, PA | 4.6 |
| Crestview El Sch Carlisle, PA | 4.6 |
| Devers Sch York, PA | 4.6 |
| Franklin Benjamin Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.6 |
| Frederick Douglass Mastery CS Philadelphia, PA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Millmont EL Sch
What grades does Millmont EL Sch serve?
Millmont EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Millmont EL Sch?
Millmont EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Millmont EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Millmont EL Sch is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Millmont EL Sch rank in PA?
Millmont EL Sch ranks #2,294 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Millmont EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Millmont EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Millmont EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Millmont EL Sch has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Millmont EL Sch a charter school?
No, Millmont EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Millmont EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Millmont EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Millmont EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Millmont EL Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 598
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Berks County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.4%
- Phone
- (610) 371-5853
Resources & Links
District
Reading SD- District Enrollment
- 16,657
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,659
- District Rank
- #2 of 19
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