Central MS vs Reading SHS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 940 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central MS
Reading · Public middle · Grades 5–8
1,785 students
Reading SHS
Reading · Public high · Grades 9–12
4,879 students
| Measure | Central MS Reading, Pennsylvania | Reading SHS Reading, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #518 of 521 | #541 of 618 |
| National rank | #15020 of 15,369 | #13869 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,785 | 4,879 |
| Enrollment | 1,785 | 4,879 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.7% | 98.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 33% |
| city | Reading | Reading |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Reading SHS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.5 vs 10.9).
- •Reading SHS does better on math proficiency (33% vs 4%).
- •Reading SHS does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 19%).
- •Central MS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.7% vs 98.3%).
- •Central MS does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 19.8).
- •Reading SHS is the larger school with 4,879 students compared with 1,785.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central MS better than Reading SHS?
On the Success Index (US), Reading SHS ranks higher (27.5 vs 10.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Central MS and Reading SHS?
About 940 m in a straight line, between Reading and Reading in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central MS: 1,785. Reading SHS: 4,879. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central MS and Reading SHS rank in Pennsylvania?
Central MS is 518th of 521 and Reading SHS is 541st of 618 among middle schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).