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Best 19602 Pennsylvania Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 533 students in 19602, PA (there are 5 public schools, serving 2,928 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in 19602, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
The top ranked private school in 19602, PA is St. Peter School.
75% of private schools in 19602, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Mennonite).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 19602 Pennsylvania Private Schools (2026)

Map of St. Peter School
St. Peter School
Gr: K-8 | 217 students
Catholic
225 S 5th Street
Reading, PA 19602
(610) 374-2447
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Map of Fairview Christian School
Fairview Christian School
Gr: K-12 | 154 students
Mennonite
410 S 14th St
Reading, PA 19602
(610) 372-8826
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Map of New Story
New Story
Gr: 1-12 | 63 students
Special Education School
1245 Perkiomen Ave
Reading, PA 19602
(610) 750-8350
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Map of St. Marys School
St. Marys School
Gr: PK-8 | 99 students
Catholic
12th And Spruce Street
Reading, PA 19602
(610) 375-9311
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19602, Pennsylvania Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Central Catholic High School
Central Catholic High School
Gr: 9-12 | 330 students
Catholic
1400 Hill Rd
Reading, PA 19602
(610) 373-4178
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 19602, PA?
The top ranked private schools in 19602, PA is St. Peter School.
How many private schools are located in 19602?
4 private schools are located in 19602.
What percentage of students in 19602 go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in 19602 are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 19602?
75% of private schools in 19602 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Mennonite).

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