For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,832 students in 16503, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 16503, PA are Pfeiffer-burleigh School, Mckinley Elementary School and East Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 16503 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16503, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16503, PA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pfeiffer-burleigh School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
235 E 11th St
Erie, PA 16503
(814) 874-6750
Erie, PA 16503
(814) 874-6750
Grades: PK-5
| 612 students
Rank: #22.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
933 E 22nd St
Erie, PA 16503
(814) 874-6870
Erie, PA 16503
(814) 874-6870
Grades: PK-5
| 511 students
Rank: #33.
East Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Atkins St
Erie, PA 16503
(814) 874-6400
Erie, PA 16503
(814) 874-6400
Grades: 6-8
| 709 students
16503, Pennsylvania ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 16503, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 16503, PA include Pfeiffer-burleigh School, Mckinley Elementary School and East Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 16503?
3 public schools are located in 16503.
What is the racial composition of students in 16503?
16503 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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