Brecknock Township

Brecknock Township is primarily a rural area located in the southern part of Berks County.  As of the 2000 census, the Township had a population of approximately 4,500 residents.  One of our two K-3 elementary schools, Brecknock Elementary School, is located on one of the main thoroughfares through the Township (Rt. 568) and serves the residents there.  Although rural, Brecknock Township is home to Maple Grove Raceway, which draws thousands of race fans for regional and national races during the year.  Sovereign Park, containing several soccer fields, is home to the Governor Mifflin Soccer Club and hosts many games and tournaments.  Brecknock Township residents have easy access to the other boroughs/townships in the district via Rt. 625 and to US Rt. 222 via Rt. 568.  Although Brecknock Township residents enjoy the open, rural atmosphere, they also enjoy their close proximity to businesses, restaurants, schools, and cultural activities. See a list of resources in this area.

Cumru Township

The Township of Cumru includes residential, commercial, and industrial areas.  The Township’s twenty-two square mile area held a 1990 census population of 13,142 residents and has grown significantly since then.  Major transportation arteries intersect the Township.  Traffic is carried in a north and south direction by US Rt. 222 and Interstate 176, as well as in an east and west direction by US Rt. 422.  The Township includes the only two hotels/motels in our school district:  The Days Inn and The Country Inn Motel.  Nolde Environmental Center, a beautiful state park is located in this area and offers many community education programs.  There are a variety of restaurants from fast food to fine dining (see the Resources page for more details).  There are also two shopping centers located in the Township, Shillington Shopping Center, located along Lancaster Avenue near Shillington, and Stabon Pond Plaza, located near Mohnton.  Many residents of Cumru Township enjoy living here because of its rural/suburban environment, yet having easy access to businesses, schools, restaurants, and major highways.  See a list of resources in this area.

Shillington Borough

Shillington is a small suburban town nestled among other suburbs just outside of Reading, PA with a nice mix of both businesses and residences.  Although it consumes only one square mile of land, it serves as the “hub” of the Governor Mifflin School District, as our main campus is located here.  Its main street is Lancaster Avenue, which angles its way through the borough, and contains many quaint shops and businesses which have been established and served the community for many years.  The Shillington Shopping Center also has a nice variety of stores and restaurants and is located adjacent to the Governor Mifflin Senior High School campus.  Shillington also maintains a beautiful and sprawling borough park, pool, and recreation areas which sponsor summer playground programs for children.  Its borough hall, at the corner of Lancaster and Philadelphia Avenues, is one of the most picturesque seats of government in Pennsylvania.  The Mifflin Community Library is also located at this intersection.  Many residents of Shillington have lived here their whole lives as they have found Shillington a great place to work, go to school, and raise a family. See a list of resources in this area. 

Kenhorst Borough

Kenhorst is a small borough just outside of Shillington, which had a population of approximately 2,900 residents and 1,280 families in 1990.  Although small, Kenhorst borough is a nice combination of both businesses and residences.  The Kenhorst Plaza, a popular shopping center, is a frequent stop for many residents in our school district.  In addition to various shops, the U.S. Post Office for Shillington is also located here.  The borough also has a well-maintained playground which includes a baseball field and is frequented by many families.  Ken-Grill Pool, a privately owned pool where the public can purchase memberships, is conveniently located just off Rt. 625 and used by many families during the summer months.  Kenhorst is nestled between many of the other boroughs/townships of Governor Mifflin School District, making it an ideal place to live.  See a list of resources in this area.

Mohnton Borough

Mohnton is a small, close-knit community located just outside of Shillington.  As of the 1990 census, the population was approximately 2,500 residents with approximately 1,050 families.  There has been growth since then, including many families who have built homes in the housing development of Northridge.  Although primarily residential, there are several restaurants and a shopping center just outside its borders, including Stabon Pond Plaza and The Mohnton Navy Yard Galley Restaurant.  The borough also has a beautiful park and playground, which contains several baseball fields and hosts many community events.  See a list of resources in this area.