For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 984 students in 16511, PA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 16511, PA are Iroquois Elementary School and Edison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 16511 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 16511, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16511, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Iroquois Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4231 Morse St
Erie, PA 16511
(814) 899-7643
Erie, PA 16511
(814) 899-7643
Gr: PK-6 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Edison Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1921 E Lake Rd
Erie, PA 16511
(814) 874-6470
Erie, PA 16511
(814) 874-6470
Gr: PK-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 16511, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 16511, PA include Iroquois Elementary School and Edison Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 16511?
2 public preschools are located in 16511.
What is the racial composition of students in 16511?
16511 public preschools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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