For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 794 students in 16504, PA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 16504, PA are Lincoln Elementary School and Jefferson 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 19% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), 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 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16504, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 16504, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 16504, PA include Lincoln Elementary School and Jefferson 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 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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