For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,806 students in 16509, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16509, PA are Robison Elementary School, Chestnut Hill Elementary School and Belle Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 16509 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16509, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16509, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Robison Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1651 Robison Road West
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 796-3742
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 796-3742
Gr: K-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Chestnut Hill Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1001 W 54th St
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 835-5550
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 835-5550
Gr: K-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Belle Valley Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5300 Henderson Rd
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 835-5600
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 835-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Wattsburg Area El Center
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10780 Wattsburg Rd
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 824-4152
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 824-4152
Gr: K-4 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #55.
James S Wilson Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
901 W 54 St
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 835-5500
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 835-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Wattsburg Area Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10774 Wattsburg Rd
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 814-4153
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 814-4153
Gr: 5-8 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
16509, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3325 Cherry St
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 874-6200
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 874-6200
Gr: 9-12 | 68 students Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 16509, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16509, PA include Robison Elementary School, Chestnut Hill Elementary School and Belle Valley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16509?
6 public elementary schools are located in 16509.
What is the racial composition of students in 16509?
16509 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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