For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,194 students in 16503, PA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 16503, PA are Pfeiffer-burleigh School and Mckinley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 16503 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 16503, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16503, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pfeiffer-burleigh School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
235 E 11th St
Erie, PA 16503
(814) 874-6750
Erie, PA 16503
(814) 874-6750
Gr: PK-5 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
933 E 22nd St
Erie, PA 16503
(814) 874-6870
Erie, PA 16503
(814) 874-6870
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 16503, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 16503, PA include Pfeiffer-burleigh School and Mckinley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 16503?
2 public preschools are located in 16503.
What is the racial composition of students in 16503?
16503 public preschools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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