For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 672 students in 16503, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 16503, PA is East Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 16503 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 16503, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16503, PA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
16503, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1001 Atkins St
Erie, PA 16503
(814) 874-6400
Erie, PA 16503
(814) 874-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 944 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
650 East Ave
Erie, PA 16503
(814) 874-6700
Erie, PA 16503
(814) 874-6700
Gr: PK-8 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 16503, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 16503, PA include East Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 16503?
1 public middle schools are located in 16503.
What is the racial composition of students in 16503?
16503 public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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