Private Schools
There are several Catholic Schools that serve students in and around Wyomissing. Among them are St. Ignatius Loyola (K-8) in Spring Township and Sacred Heart (K-8) in West Reading. As of the Fall of 2011, the newly-formed Berks Catholic High School at 955 E Wyomissing Blvd in Reading (formerly Holy Name High School) serves students in grades 9-12.
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