Very Good
#304 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 35% of private schools
New Story
Middle School
1300 NEW HOLLAND RD STE 101, Reading, PA 19607
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
1st – 7th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
1st – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#304 of 873
In Reading
#3 of 9
public schools
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New Story
Middle School in Reading · grades 1st – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New Story
New Story is a private middle school in Reading, PA. New Story serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades 1st-7th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. New Story has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #304 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, New Story is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.8:1 students to teachers, New Story sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New Story is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow New Story compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Reading, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Story (this school) | 7.0 |
| Millmont El Sch | 4.6 |
| Tyson-Schoener El Sch | 3.2 |
| Southwest MS | 5.4 |
| Amanda E Stout El Sch | 2.0 |
| Southern MS | 2.0 |
| Lauers Park El Sch | 2.1 |
| Tenth & Penn El Sch | 3.1 |
| Sixteenth & Haak El Sch | 3.4 |
| Central MS | 3.8 |
| Northwest El Sch | 3.3 |
| Tenth & Green El Sch | 4.1 |
| Thirteenth & Green El Sch | 4.3 |
| Northwest MS | 2.1 |
| Antietam MS/HS | 3.4 |
| Riverside El Sch | 2.7 |
| Glenside El Sch | 2.9 |
| Mt Penn Primary Ctr | 3.9 |
| Twelfth & Marion El Sch | 3.8 |
| Northeast MS | 2.7 |
| Thirteenth & Union El Sch | 2.6 |
Showing 20 of 28 schools. View all schools in Reading
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1300 NEW HOLLAND RD STE 101, Reading, PA 19607
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Story may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. West Reading El Ctr (rated 6.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby West Reading), with a comparable rating. Another option is Southwest MS (rated 5.4/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Intermediate Sch (rated 4.8/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Shillington), a more accessible option. For more schools in Reading, see our Reading schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| READING SDA JR ACADEMY Reading | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| OPPORTUNITIES SCHOOL Reading | 0.6 mi | — |
| Intermediate Sch Shillington | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Mifflin Park El Sch Shillington | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Cumru El Sch Shillington | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| BERKS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Reading | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Millmont El Sch Reading | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Governor Mifflin SHS Shillington | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Governor Mifflin MS Shillington | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| West Reading El Ctr West Reading | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Southwest MS Reading | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Tyson-Schoener El Sch Reading | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL West Reading | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Reading | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Wyomissing Area JSHS Wyomissing | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Lauers Park El Sch Reading | 2.2 mi | 2.1 |
| Amanda E Stout El Sch Reading | 2.0 mi | 2.0 |
| LA SALLE ACADEMY Shillington | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Southern MS Reading | 2.1 mi | 2.0 |
| Tenth & Penn El Sch Reading | 2.3 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,550
Median Home Value
$210,800
Median Rent
$1,283/mo
Population
24,332
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Story
What grades does New Story serve?
New Story serves students in grades 1st through 7th.
How many students attend New Story?
New Story has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Story?
The student-teacher ratio at New Story is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New Story rank in PA?
New Story ranks #304 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is New Story's MySchoolScout rating?
New Story has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New Story a private school?
Yes, New Story is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is New Story a religious school?
No, New Story is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 7th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 89% M / 11% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Berks County
- Phone
- (484) 663-5671
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