For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,161 students in 16506, PA.
The top-ranked public high school in 16506, PA is Mcdowell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 16506 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 16506, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 16506 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mcdowell High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16506, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcdowell High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3580 West 38th St
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5403
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5403
Gr: 9-12 | 2,161 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
16506, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3320 Caughey Rd
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5487
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5487
Gr: 9-10 | 1,280 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
3580 W 38th St
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5403
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5403
Gr: 11-12 | 1,217 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
3814 Asbury Rd
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 836-6888
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 836-6888
Gr: K-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
3814 Asbury Rd
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 836-6888
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 836-6888
Gr: Inquire with school | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Pennsylvania Global Academy Charter School (Closed 2006)
Charter School
3740 W 26th Street
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5522
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5522
Gr: K-12 | 236 students Minority enrollment: 14%
3227 Highland Rd
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5395
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 835-5395
Gr: K-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 16506, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 16506, PA include Mcdowell High School.
How many public high schools are located in 16506?
1 public high schools are located in 16506.
What is the racial composition of students in 16506?
16506 public high schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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