For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,824 students in 16506, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 660 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 16506, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 16506, PA are Grandview Elementary School and Mcdowell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16506 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16506, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16506, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grandview Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4301 Lancaster Rd
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 836-6300
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 836-6300
Gr: K-5 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Mcdowell High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3580 West 38th St
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5403
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5403
Gr: 9-12 | 2,133 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
16506, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3320 Caughey Rd
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5487
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5487
Gr: 9-10 | 1,280 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
3580 W 38th St
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5403
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5403
Gr: 11-12 | 1,217 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
3814 Asbury Rd
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 836-6888
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 836-6888
Gr: K-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
3814 Asbury Rd
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 836-6888
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 836-6888
Gr: Inquire with school | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Pennsylvania Global Academy Charter School (Closed 2006)
Charter School
3740 W 26th Street
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5522
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5522
Gr: K-12 | 236 students Minority enrollment: 14%
3227 Highland Rd
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5395
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5395
Gr: K-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16506, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16506, PA include Grandview Elementary School and Mcdowell High School.
How many public schools are located in 16506?
2 public schools are located in 16506.
What percentage of students in 16506 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 16506 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16506?
16506 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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