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#467 of 873 private schools in PA

Reading Sda JR Academy

School

309 N KENHORST BLVD, Reading, PA 19607

Private

Enrollment

61

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 10th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#467 of 873

In Reading

#8 of 9

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Reading Sda JR Academy

6.4/10

School in Reading · grades Kindergarten – 10th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Reading Sda JR Academy

Reading Sda JR Academy is a private school in Reading, PA. Reading Sda JR Academy serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-10th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Reading Sda JR Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #467 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it comparesOn par with PA schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 61 students, Reading Sda JR Academy 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.

Reading Sda JR Academy 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

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How Reading Sda JR Academy compares to 32 public schools serving similar grades in Reading, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
This School
vs
14.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
61
This School
vs
800
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.4
This School
vs
3.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 57.4% vs 0%
Black 24.6% vs 0%
White 11.5% vs 0%
Reading Sda JR Academy Reading Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Reading Sda JR Academy (this school) 6.4
Millmont El Sch 4.6
Southwest MS 5.4
Tyson-Schoener El Sch 3.2
Lauers Park El Sch 2.1
Amanda E Stout El Sch 2.0
Southern MS 2.0
Tenth & Penn El Sch 3.1
Northwest El Sch 3.3
Tenth & Green El Sch 4.1
Central MS 3.8
Northwest MS 2.1
Sixteenth & Haak El Sch 3.4
Thirteenth & Green El Sch 4.3
Glenside El Sch 2.9
Riverside El Sch 2.7
Reading SHS 4.1
Twelfth & Marion El Sch 3.8
Antietam MS/HS 3.4
Northeast MS 2.7
Mt Penn Primary Ctr 3.9

Showing 20 of 32 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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 59%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Enrollment 61
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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)

Hispanic 57.4%
Black 24.6%
White 11.5%
Two or More 6.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

309 N KENHORST BLVD, Reading, PA 19607

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Reading Sda JR Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. NEW STORY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Wyomissing), which scores notably higher. Another option is SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby West Reading), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW STORY (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Reading, see our Reading schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
BERKS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Reading 0.6 mi 6.1
NEW STORY Reading 0.6 mi 7.0
OPPORTUNITIES SCHOOL Reading 0.6 mi
Intermediate Sch Shillington 1.1 mi 4.8
Mifflin Park El Sch Shillington 1.1 mi 5.2
Governor Mifflin SHS Shillington 1.1 mi 6.7
West Reading El Ctr West Reading 1.2 mi 6.6
Cumru El Sch Shillington 1.2 mi 4.8
SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL West Reading 1.3 mi 7.8
Governor Mifflin MS Shillington 1.1 mi 3.4
Millmont El Sch Reading 1.0 mi 4.6
Wyomissing Area JSHS Wyomissing 1.2 mi 6.2
Southwest MS Reading 1.4 mi 5.4
Tyson-Schoener El Sch Reading 1.5 mi 3.2
ST PETER SCHOOL Reading 1.6 mi 6.5
NEW STORY SCHOOL Wyomissing 1.9 mi 8.1
Lauers Park El Sch Reading 1.8 mi 2.1
Northwest El Sch Reading 2.1 mi 3.3
LA SALLE ACADEMY Shillington 2.0 mi 6.4
Wyomissing Hills El Ctr Wyomissing 2.0 mi 7.0

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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HOPE ACADEMY Wexford, PA 6.4
TRANSFORMATION LEARNING Claysville, PA 6.4
EASTER SEALS OF WESTERN AND CENTRAL PA Pittsburgh, PA 6.5
NEW STORY SCHOOL Indiana, PA 6.5
ADELPHOI EDUCATION AT ALBERT GALLATIN Uniontown, PA 6.3
CALVARY BAPTIST ACADEMY Clymer, PA 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Reading Sda JR Academy

What grades does Reading Sda JR Academy serve?

Reading Sda JR Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 10th.

How many students attend Reading Sda JR Academy?

Reading Sda JR Academy has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Reading Sda JR Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Reading Sda JR Academy is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Reading Sda JR Academy rank in PA?

Reading Sda JR Academy ranks #467 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Reading Sda JR Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Reading Sda JR Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Reading Sda JR Academy a private school?

Yes, Reading Sda JR Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Reading Sda JR Academy a religious school?

Reading Sda JR Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Enrollment
61
Gender Split
39% M / 61% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Seventh-day Adventist
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Berks County

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