For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 930 students in 16509, PA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 16509, PA are James S Wilson Middle School and Wattsburg Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 16509 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 16509, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16509, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James S Wilson Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
901 W 54 St
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 835-5500
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 835-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Wattsburg Area Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10774 Wattsburg Rd
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 814-4153
Erie, PA 16509
(814) 814-4153
Gr: 5-8 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 16509, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 16509, PA include James S Wilson Middle School and Wattsburg Area Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 16509?
2 public middle schools are located in 16509.
What is the racial composition of students in 16509?
16509 public middle schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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