For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,132 students in 19609, PA.
The top ranked public high school in 19609, PA is Wilson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 19609 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 19609, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 19609 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Wilson High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 19609, PA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wilson High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2601 Grandview Boulevard
Reading, PA 19609
(610) 670-0180
Reading, PA 19609
(610) 670-0180
Grades: 9-12
| 2,132 students
19609, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
400 Dorchester Ave
Reading, PA 19609
(610) 670-0180
Reading, PA 19609
(610) 670-0180
Grades: K-5
| 131 students
2173 Garfield Ave
Reading, PA 19609
(610) 670-0180
Reading, PA 19609
(610) 670-0180
Grades: K-5
| 193 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 19609, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 19609, PA include Wilson High School.
How many public high schools are located in 19609?
1 public high schools are located in 19609.
What is the racial composition of students in 19609?
19609 public high schools minority enrollment is 44% 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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