For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 391 students in 16509, PA.
The top ranked public high school in 16509, PA is Seneca High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 16509 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 16509, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 16509 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Seneca High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16509, PA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Seneca High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10770 Wattsburg Rd
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 824-3400
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 824-3400
Gr: 9-12 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Erie County Technical School
Vocational School
8500 Oliver Road
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 464-8600
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 464-8600
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students
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 high schools in 16509, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 16509, PA include Seneca High School.
How many public high schools are located in 16509?
2 public high schools are located in 16509.
What is the racial composition of students in 16509?
16509 public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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