What grades does Central MS serve?

As a Middle school, Central MS serves students in Reading, PA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Central MS located?

You can find Central MS in Reading, PA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Central MS?

At Central MS, there are approximately 15.4 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Reading, PA?

Central MS is among the schools serving Reading, PA. The school is part of the local school system.

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Central MS — School Calendar 2026-27

Middle|Reading, Pennsylvania|Reading SD

Reading, PA 19604

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Mon

School Closed: Teachers on DutyStaff DayDistrict-wide

In-Service

Oct

Fri

Student Early Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Lunch will be served.Dismissal times are as follows:Reading High School will dismiss at 10:30 a.m.  RKAA CityLine, RKAA Glenside, and RKAA Thomas Ford will dismiss at 1:00 p.m.AM-CTC will dismiss at 10:00 a.m. and will return to RHS for lunchPM-CTC will dismiss at 10:30 a.m. from Reading High School and will not attend PM CTCCMS, NEMS, NWMS, SOMS, and SWMS middle schools will dismiss at 11:30 a.m.Elementary schools, including Kindergarten and K-8 RVA, will dismiss at 12:15 p.m.AM - Pre

Nov

Tue

Schools Closed: Teachers on DutyStaff DayDistrict-wide

Election Day / In-Service

Nov

Mon

Schools Closed: Teachers on DutyStaff DayDistrict-wide

Act 80 Days

Nov

Thu

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Tue

Student Early Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

5–8

Enrollment

1,708

Student:Teacher

15.4:1

Locale

Urban

District

Reading SD

Econ. Disadvantaged

100.0%

Phone

(484)258-7365

School Statistics

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

37 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.5:1

Near average in PA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,973

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

132

98% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,659

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,819

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$21,947

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 17%State 69%Local 14%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$300,301

+2.0% 1yr+41.6% 5yr

Reading, PA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

19.0%

Below 150% poverty line

5.6%

Unemployment rate

6.3%

Uninsured residents

12.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

4,783

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

4,266

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

1,260 (30%)

Specific Learning Disability

1,111 (26%)

Autism

895 (21%)

Intellectual Disability

478 (11%)

Speech/Language Impairment

256 (6%)

Emotional Disturbance

218 (5%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,785

Current enrollment

Declining(-11% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

School Closed: Teachers on Duty

In-Service

Staff Day

Fri, Oct 30, 2026

Student Early Dismissal

half_day

Tue, Nov 3, 2026

Schools Closed: Teachers on Duty

Election Day / In-Service

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Reading SD. Central MS follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School- Labor DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	School Closed: Teachers on DutyDistrict-wide In-Service	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	Student Early DismissalDistrict-wide Lunch will be served.Dismissal times are as follows:Reading High School will dismiss at 10:30 a.m.  RKAA CityLine, RKAA Glenside, and RKAA Thomas Ford will dismiss at 1:00 p.m.AM-CTC will dismiss at 10:00 a.m. and will return to RHS for lunchPM-CTC will dismiss at 10:30 a.m. from Reading High School and will not attend PM CTCCMS, NEMS, NWMS, SOMS, and SWMS middle schools will dismiss at 11:30 a.m.Elementary schools, including Kindergarten and K-8 RVA, will dismiss at 12:15 p.m.AM - Pre	half_day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Schools Closed: Teachers on DutyDistrict-wide Election Day / In-Service	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Schools Closed: Teachers on DutyDistrict-wide Act 80 Days	Staff Day	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Schools and Offices Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday	Break	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Student Early DismissalDistrict-wide Lunch will be served.Dismissal times are as follows:Reading High School will dismiss at 10:30 a.m.  RKAA CityLine, RKAA Glenside, and RKAA Thomas Ford will dismiss at 1:00 p.m.AM-CTC will dismiss at 10:00 a.m. and will return to RHS for lunchPM-CTC will dismiss at 10:30 a.m. from Reading High School and will not attend PM CTCCMS, NEMS, NWMS, SOMS, and SWMS middle schools will dismiss at 11:30 a.m.Elementary schools, including Kindergarten and K-8 RVA, will dismiss at 12:15 p.m.AM - Pre	half_day	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Schools Closed: Teachers on DutyDistrict-wide In-Service	Staff Day	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide Offices will be open December 28th - 30th	Break	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	Early Dismissal for StudentsDistrict-wide Lunch will be served.Dismissal times are as follows:Reading High School will dismiss at 10:30 a.m.  RKAA CityLine, RKAA Glenside, and RKAA Thomas Ford will dismiss at 1:00 p.m.AM-CTC will dismiss at 10:00 a.m. and will return to RHS for lunchPM-CTC will dismiss at 10:30 a.m. from Reading High School and will not attend PM CTCCMS, NEMS, NWMS, SOMS, and SWMS middle schools will dismiss at 11:30 a.m.Elementary schools, including Kindergarten and K-8 RVA, will dismiss at 12:15 p.m.AM - Pre	half_day	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	Schools Closed: Teachers on DutyDistrict-wide Act 80 Days	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' DayDistrict-wide Schools Closed: Offices Open for Presidents' Day	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Schools Closed for Spring BreakOffices Closed March 25th and 26th	Break	—
Fri, Apr 9, 2027	Schools Closed: Teachers on DutyDistrict-wide Act 80 Day	Staff Day	—
Fri, May 7, 2027	Early Dismissal for StudentsDistrict-wide Lunch will be served.Dismissal times are as follows:Reading High School will dismiss at 10:30 a.m.  RKAA CityLine, RKAA Glenside, and RKAA Thomas Ford will dismiss at 1:00 p.m.AM-CTC will dismiss at 10:00 a.m. and will return to RHS for lunchPM-CTC will dismiss at 10:30 a.m. from Reading High School and will not attend PM CTCCMS, NEMS, NWMS, SOMS, and SWMS middle schools will dismiss at 11:30 a.m.Elementary schools, including Kindergarten and K-8 RVA, will dismiss at 12:15 p.m.AM - Pre	half_day	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Early Dismissal for StudentsDistrict-wide Lunch will be served.Dismissal times are as follows:Reading High School will dismiss at 10:30 a.m.  RKAA CityLine, RKAA Glenside, and RKAA Thomas Ford will dismiss at 1:00 p.m.AM-CTC will dismiss at 10:00 a.m. and will return to RHS for lunchPM-CTC will dismiss at 10:30 a.m. from Reading High School and will not attend PM CTCCMS, NEMS, NWMS, SOMS, and SWMS middle schools will dismiss at 11:30 a.m.Elementary schools, including Kindergarten and K-8 RVA, will dismiss at 12:15 p.m.AM - Pre	half_day	—
Fri, Jun 4, 2027	Schools Closed: Teachers on DutyDistrict-wide Clerical Day	Staff Day	—