For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 4,899 students in 19604, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 19604, PA are Reading Muhlenberg Career And Technology Center and Reading Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19604 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 19604, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19604 have a Graduation Rate of 69%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Reading Sr. High School, with 69% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19604, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reading Muhlenberg Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2615 Warren Road
Reading, PA 19604
(610) 921-7300
Reading, PA 19604
(610) 921-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Reading Sr. High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
801 N 13th St
Reading, PA 19604
(610) 371-5705
Reading, PA 19604
(610) 371-5705
Gr: 9-12 | 4,879 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 19604, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 19604, PA include Reading Muhlenberg Career And Technology Center and Reading Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in 19604?
2 public high schools are located in 19604.
What is the racial composition of students in 19604?
19604 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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