For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,832 students in 16503, PA.
The top ranked public elementary 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.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 16503 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16503, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16503, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pfeiffer-burleigh School
(Math: 10% | 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: 8% | 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 Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 16503, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 16503, PA include Pfeiffer-burleigh School, Mckinley Elementary School and East Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16503?
3 public elementary schools are located in 16503.
What is the racial composition of students in 16503?
16503 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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