For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 601 students in 16501, PA (there are 4 private schools, serving 651 private students). 48% of all K-12 students in 16501, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 16501, PA is Perseus House Cs Of Excellence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 16501 have an average math proficiency score of 2% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16501, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16501, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Perseus House Cs Of Excellence
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1511 Peach Street
Erie, PA 16501
(814) 480-5914
Erie, PA 16501
(814) 480-5914
Gr: 6-12 | 601 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 16501, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 16501, PA include Perseus House Cs Of Excellence.
How many public schools are located in 16501?
1 public schools are located in 16501.
What percentage of students in 16501 go to public school?
48% of all K-12 students in 16501 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16501?
16501 public schools minority enrollment is 76% 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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