For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 997 students in 16510, PA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 16510, PA are Joanna Connell School and Diehl School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 16510 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 16510, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16510, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 16510, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 16510, PA include Joanna Connell School and Diehl School.
How many public preschools are located in 16510?
2 public preschools are located in 16510.
What is the racial composition of students in 16510?
16510 public preschools minority enrollment is 64% 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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