For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 678 students in 16505, PA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 16505, PA is Harding School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 16505 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 16505, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16505, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harding School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
820 Lincoln Ave
Erie, PA 16505
(814) 874-6550
Erie, PA 16505
(814) 874-6550
Gr: PK-5 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
16505, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1432 Wilkins Rd
Erie, PA 16505
(814) 835-5493
Erie, PA 16505
(814) 835-5493
Gr: K-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 16505, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 16505, PA include Harding School.
How many public preschools are located in 16505?
1 public preschools are located in 16505.
What is the racial composition of students in 16505?
16505 public preschools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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