Needs Improvement
#2738 of 2,846 schools in PA
Tenth & Penn EL Sch
Elementary School · Reading SD
955 Penn St, Reading, PA 19601
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,738 of 2,846
In Reading
#22 of 31
public schools
In district
#11 of 19
Reading SD
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Tenth & Penn EL Sch
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About Tenth & Penn EL Sch
Tenth & Penn EL Sch is a public elementary school in Reading, PA, part of Reading SD. Tenth & Penn EL Sch serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Tenth & Penn EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,738 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Tenth & Penn EL Sch show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.2
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Tenth & Penn EL Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
32% of students at Tenth & Penn EL Sch 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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Tenth & Penn EL Sch — Students at Tenth & Penn EL Sch score 18% 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 34 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: 2.6/10.
How Tenth & Penn EL Sch Compares
See how Tenth & Penn EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
955 Penn St, Reading, PA 19601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tenth & Penn EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARGARET SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Millmont El Sch (rated 4.6/10, 1.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Southern MS Reading | 0.2 mi | 2.0 |
| Amanda E Stout El Sch Reading | 0.4 mi | 2.0 |
| Central MS Reading | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| NEW STORY Reading | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Tenth & Green El Sch Reading | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Reading | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| FAIRVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Reading | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Thirteenth & Green El Sch Reading | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Tyson-Schoener El Sch Reading | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Southwest MS Reading | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Reading SHS Reading | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Sixteenth & Haak El Sch Reading | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Lauers Park El Sch Reading | 0.8 mi | 2.1 |
| Twelfth & Marion El Sch Reading | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Northeast MS Reading | 1.3 mi | 2.7 |
| ST MARGARET SCHOOL Reading | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Millmont El Sch Reading | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Northwest MS Reading | 1.4 mi | 2.1 |
| Thirteenth & Union El Sch Reading | 1.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Riverside El Sch Reading | 1.7 mi | 2.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,133
Median Home Value
$110,700
Median Rent
$986/mo
Population
36,493
College Educated
11.5%
Homeownership
37.3%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
29.8%
Median Age
32
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tenth & Penn EL Sch
What grades does Tenth & Penn EL Sch serve?
Tenth & Penn EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Tenth & Penn EL Sch?
Tenth & Penn EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tenth & Penn EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Tenth & Penn EL Sch is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tenth & Penn EL Sch rank in PA?
Tenth & Penn EL Sch ranks #2,738 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Tenth & Penn EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Tenth & Penn EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Tenth & Penn EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tenth & Penn EL Sch has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tenth & Penn EL Sch a charter school?
No, Tenth & Penn EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tenth & Penn EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Tenth & Penn EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tenth & Penn EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Tenth & Penn 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
- 365
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Berks County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (610) 320-6994
Resources & Links
District
Reading SD- District Enrollment
- 16,657
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,659
- District Rank
- #11 of 19
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