Below Average
#2492 of 2,846 schools in PA
Reading Shs
High School · Reading SD
801 N 13th St, Reading, PA 19604
Enrollment
4,779
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
4,779
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,492 of 2,846
In Reading
#10 of 31
public schools
In district
#4 of 19
Reading SD
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Reading Shs
High School in Reading · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Reading Shs
Reading Shs is a public high school in Reading, PA, part of Reading SD. Reading Shs serves approximately 4,779 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Reading Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,492 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Reading Shs show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Reading Shs is a large school: 4,779 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Test scores at Reading Shs 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.
63% of students at Reading Shs 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
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Reading Shs — Students at Reading Shs score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.4%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.7/10.
How Reading Shs Compares
See how Reading Shs 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
801 N 13th St, Reading, PA 19604
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Reading Shs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FAIRVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW STORY (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARGARET SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Reading, see our Reading schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thirteenth & Green El Sch Reading | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Northeast MS Reading | 0.5 mi | 2.7 |
| Twelfth & Marion El Sch Reading | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Central MS Reading | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Tenth & Green El Sch Reading | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Thirteenth & Union El Sch Reading | 0.9 mi | 2.6 |
| Tenth & Penn El Sch Reading | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| NEW STORY Reading | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Southern MS Reading | 1.1 mi | 2.0 |
| Sixteenth & Haak El Sch Reading | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| FAIRVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Reading | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Amanda E Stout El Sch Reading | 1.2 mi | 2.0 |
| ST MARGARET SCHOOL Reading | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Reading | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Lauers Park El Sch Reading | 1.3 mi | 2.1 |
| Tyson-Schoener El Sch Reading | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Northwest MS Reading | 1.3 mi | 2.1 |
| Riverside El Sch Reading | 1.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Southwest MS Reading | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Antietam MS/HS Reading | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,863
Median Home Value
$110,800
Median Rent
$1,100/mo
Population
29,408
College Educated
10.2%
Homeownership
49.3%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
29.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| William Allen HS Allentown, PA | 4.1 |
| Hazleton Area HS Hazle Township, PA | 4.7 |
| Upper Darby SHS Drexel Hill, PA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Reading Shs
What grades does Reading Shs serve?
Reading Shs serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Reading Shs?
Reading Shs has an enrollment of approximately 4,779 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Reading Shs?
The student-teacher ratio at Reading Shs is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Reading Shs rank in PA?
Reading Shs ranks #2,492 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Reading Shs's MySchoolScout rating?
Reading Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Shs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Reading Shs has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Reading Shs a charter school?
No, Reading Shs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Reading Shs a Title I school?
No, Reading Shs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Reading Shs?
100.4% of students at Reading Shs 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 4,779
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 253
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Berks County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.0%
- Phone
- (610) 371-5705
- 4-Year Graduation
- 68.0%
Resources & Links
District
Reading SD- District Enrollment
- 16,657
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,659
- District Rank
- #4 of 19
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