New Story in Reading, PA is a co–ed special education school serving grades 1 through 7 in a suburban community setting.
Founded in 1997, the school enrolls 33 students with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 supported by 6 teachers.
The student body includes 57% students of color, ranking New Story among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for diversity.
New Story operates as a nonsectarian school without religious or membership affiliations.
The school is located near several other private schools in Reading, providing families with diverse educational options within a suburban locale.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-7
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
New Story ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-7
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
33 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
57%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$0 per year (district funded)
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Writing New Stories of Success in Special Education'
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for New Story?
The application deadline for New Story is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to New Story is Reading Sda Junior Academy (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Opportunities School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Graffius Tiny Treasures (0.4 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Graffius Tiny Treasures
Daycare / Preschool
524 High Blvd
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 777-2789
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 777-2789
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 50 students
Opportunities School
Special Education School
700 Lancaster Ave Ste 2
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 898-9110
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 898-9110
0.6 miles
Gr: 3-8 | 11 students
309 Kenhorst Blvd
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 777-8424
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 777-8424
0.6 miles
Gr: K-10 | 60 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Alvernia Montessori School
Montessori School (Catholic)
540 Upland Avenue, 2nd Floor - Suite 223
Reading, PA 19611
(610) 796-5187
Reading, PA 19611
(610) 796-5187
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 54 students Tuition listed
Berks Catholic High School
(Catholic)
955 E Wyomissing Blvd
Reading, PA 19611
(610) 374-8361
Reading, PA 19611
(610) 374-8361
1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 811 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
309 Kenhorst Blvd
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 777-8424
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 777-8424
0.6 miles
Gr: K-10 | 60 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Berks Catholic High School
(Catholic)
955 E Wyomissing Blvd
Reading, PA 19611
(610) 374-8361
Reading, PA 19611
(610) 374-8361
1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 811 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Fairview Christian School
(Mennonite)
410 S 14th St
Reading, PA 19602
(610) 372-8826
Reading, PA 19602
(610) 372-8826
2.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 154 students Tuition listed
New Story
Special Education School
1245 Perkiomen Ave
Reading, PA 19602
(610) 750-8350
Reading, PA 19602
(610) 750-8350
2.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 63 students
New Story School
Special Education School
345 N Wyomissing Blvd
Reading, PA 19610
(610) 396-3673
Reading, PA 19610
(610) 396-3673
2.5 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 57 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Opportunities School
Special Education School
700 Lancaster Ave Ste 2
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 898-9110
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 898-9110
0.6 miles
Gr: 3-8 | 11 students
309 Kenhorst Blvd
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 777-8424
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 777-8424
0.6 miles
Gr: K-10 | 60 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
701 Franklin Street
Reading, PA 19611
(610) 373-3316
Reading, PA 19611
(610) 373-3316
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 199 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
St. Peter School
(Catholic)
225 S 5th Street
Reading, PA 19602
(610) 374-2447
Reading, PA 19602
(610) 374-2447
1.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 217 students Tuition listed
440 Holland Street
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 777-7392
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 777-7392
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 266 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Graffius Tiny Treasures
Daycare / Preschool
524 High Blvd
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 777-2789
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 777-2789
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 50 students
Alvernia Montessori School
Montessori School (Catholic)
540 Upland Avenue, 2nd Floor - Suite 223
Reading, PA 19611
(610) 796-5187
Reading, PA 19611
(610) 796-5187
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 54 students Tuition listed
The Academy For Early Learning
Daycare / Preschool
525 Philadelphia Avenue
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 777-0911
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 777-0911
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 52 students
701 Franklin Street
Reading, PA 19611
(610) 373-3316
Reading, PA 19611
(610) 373-3316
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 199 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
440 Holland Street
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 777-7392
Reading, PA 19607
(610) 777-7392
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 266 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
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2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Wabank Rd
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6166
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6166
9329.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 339 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Fremont St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6183
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6183
9330 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
340 S. West End Avenue
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6252
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6252
9330.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 331 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
(Math: 13% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
251 S Prince St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 396-6842
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 396-6842
9330.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
(Math: 17% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
605 W Walnut St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6257
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6257
9330.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 511 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
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