For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 775 students in 16504, PA.
The top ranked public preschools in 16504, PA are Jefferson Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 16504 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 16504, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16504, PA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
230 East 38th St
Erie, PA 16504
(814) 874-6650
Erie, PA 16504
(814) 874-6650
Grades: PK-5
| 438 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
831 E 31st St
Erie, PA 16504
(814) 874-6685
Erie, PA 16504
(814) 874-6685
Grades: PK-5
| 337 students
16504, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
718 East 28th St
Erie, PA 16504
(814) 874-6600
Erie, PA 16504
(814) 874-6600
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 16504, PA?
The top ranked public preschools in 16504, PA include Jefferson Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 16504?
2 public preschools are located in 16504.
What is the racial composition of students in 16504?
16504 public preschools minority enrollment is 62% 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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