For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,772 students in 16510, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16510, PA are Clark Elementary School, Rolling Ridge Elementary School and Joanna Connell School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 16510 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16510, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16510, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clark Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3650 Depot Rd
Erie, PA 16510
(814) 897-2100
Erie, PA 16510
(814) 897-2100
Gr: K-6 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Rolling Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3700 Ridge Pkwy
Erie, PA 16510
(814) 897-2100
Erie, PA 16510
(814) 897-2100
Gr: K-6 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Joanna Connell School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1820 E 38th St
Erie, PA 16510
(814) 874-6785
Erie, PA 16510
(814) 874-6785
Gr: PK-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Diehl School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2327 Fairmont Pkwy
Erie, PA 16510
(814) 874-6585
Erie, PA 16510
(814) 874-6585
Gr: PK-5 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
16510, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1661 Buffalo Rd
Erie, PA 16510
(814) 874-6850
Erie, PA 16510
(814) 874-6850
Gr: K-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
2138 Willow St
Erie, PA 16510
(814) 899-2171
Erie, PA 16510
(814) 899-2171
Gr: K-3 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 16510, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16510, PA include Clark Elementary School, Rolling Ridge Elementary School and Joanna Connell School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16510?
4 public elementary schools are located in 16510.
What is the racial composition of students in 16510?
16510 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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