For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,175 students in 19605, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 19605, PA are Muhlenberg High School and Muhlenberg Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 19605 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 19605, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19605 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Muhlenberg High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19605, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Muhlenberg High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Sharp Avenue
Reading, PA 19605
(610) 921-8078
Reading, PA 19605
(610) 921-8078
Gr: 10-12 | 1,169 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Muhlenberg Jr High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
801 E Bellevue Ave
Reading, PA 19605
(610) 921-8034
Reading, PA 19605
(610) 921-8034
Gr: 7-9 | 1,006 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 19605, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 19605, PA include Muhlenberg High School and Muhlenberg Jr High School.
How many public high schools are located in 19605?
2 public high schools are located in 19605.
What is the racial composition of students in 19605?
19605 public high schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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