Needs Improvement
#2537 of 2,846 schools in PA
Based on limited data
Mt Penn Primary Ctr
Elementary School · Antietam SD
201 North 25th Street, Reading, PA 19606
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,537 of 2,846
In Reading
#13 of 31
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Antietam SD
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Mt Penn Primary Ctr
Elementary School in Reading · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Antietam Ms/hs
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Mt Penn EL Sch
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About Mt Penn Primary Ctr
Mt Penn Primary Ctr is a public elementary school in Reading, PA, part of Antietam SD. Mt Penn Primary Ctr serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt Penn Primary Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,537 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Mt Penn Primary Ctr show 26% math proficiency (2024 PSSA) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 PSSA). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.0
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Mt Penn Primary Ctr runs 21.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Mt Penn Primary Ctr — Students at Mt Penn Primary Ctr score 35% proficient, which is above 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
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
How Mt Penn Primary Ctr Compares
See how Mt Penn Primary Ctr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
201 North 25th Street, Reading, PA 19606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt Penn Primary Ctr may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST CATHARINE OF SIENA SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jacksonwald El Sch (rated 4.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Thirteenth & Green El Sch (rated 4.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Reading, see our Reading schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Antietam MS/HS Reading | 0.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Mt Penn El Sch Mount Penn | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| ST CATHARINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Reading | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Sixteenth & Haak El Sch Reading | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Exeter Twp SHS Reading | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Exeter Twp JHS Reading | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| FAIRVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Reading | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| NEW STORY Reading | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Central MS Reading | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Thirteenth & Green El Sch Reading | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Reiffton Sch Reading | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Reading SHS Reading | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Amanda E Stout El Sch Reading | 1.6 mi | 2.0 |
| Southern MS Reading | 1.7 mi | 2.0 |
| Tenth & Penn El Sch Reading | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Tenth & Green El Sch Reading | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Northeast MS Reading | 2.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Twelfth & Marion El Sch Reading | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Thirteenth & Union El Sch Reading | 2.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Jacksonwald El Sch Reading | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,872
Median Home Value
$229,400
Median Rent
$1,282/mo
Population
36,097
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
77.7%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hanover Green El Sch Hanover Township, PA | 3.9 |
| Kelly John B Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.9 |
| Mars Area Primary Ctr Mars, PA | 3.9 |
| Richmond Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.9 |
| ST LOUISE DE MARILLAC SCHOOL Pittsburgh, PA | 3.9 |
| Sto-Rox Primary Ctr Mckees Rocks, PA | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt Penn Primary Ctr
What grades does Mt Penn Primary Ctr serve?
Mt Penn Primary Ctr serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Mt Penn Primary Ctr?
Mt Penn Primary Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt Penn Primary Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt Penn Primary Ctr is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt Penn Primary Ctr rank in PA?
Mt Penn Primary Ctr ranks #2,537 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Mt Penn Primary Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt Penn Primary Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Mt Penn Primary Ctr?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt Penn Primary Ctr has 26% math proficiency (2024 PSSA) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 PSSA).
Is Mt Penn Primary Ctr a charter school?
No, Mt Penn Primary Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt Penn Primary Ctr a Title I school?
No, Mt Penn Primary Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt Penn Primary Ctr?
100.0% of students at Mt Penn Primary Ctr 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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- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 363
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Berks County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.7%
- Phone
- (610) 370-2898
Resources & Links
District
Antietam SD- District Enrollment
- 1,190
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,813
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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