For the 2025-26 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 (2025-26)
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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