For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 900 students in 19611, PA (there are 4 private schools, serving 959 private students). 47% of all K-12 students in 19611, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 19611, PA are West Reading El Center and Millmont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 19611 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 19611, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19611, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Reading El Center
(Math: 53% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
421 Chestnut St
Reading, PA 19611
(610) 374-0739
Reading, PA 19611
(610) 374-0739
Gr: 5-6 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Millmont Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 Summit Avenue
Reading, PA 19611
(610) 371-5853
Reading, PA 19611
(610) 371-5853
Gr: PK-4 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 19611, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 19611, PA include West Reading El Center and Millmont Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 19611?
2 public schools are located in 19611.
What percentage of students in 19611 go to public school?
47% of all K-12 students in 19611 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 19611?
19611 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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