Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Diehl School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diehl School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Diehl School's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Diehl School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Diehl School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2644 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
31%
14%
White
34%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diehl School's ranking?
Diehl School is ranked #2644 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Diehl School often compared to?
Diehl Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Benjamin Wiley Community Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Diehl School?
441 students attend Diehl School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Diehl School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 22% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Diehl School?
Diehl School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Diehl School offer ?
Diehl School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Diehl School part of?
Diehl School is part of Erie City School District.
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