16505 Pennsylvania Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 254 students in 16505, PA (there are 4 public schools, serving 2,251 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in 16505, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
The top ranked private school in 16505, PA is Erie Day School.
33% of private schools in 16505, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 16505 Pennsylvania Private Schools (2026-27)

Erie Day School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 249 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 9
1372 W 6th St
Erie, PA 16505
(814) 452-4273
St. Jude School Photo
Gr: PK-8
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 10
Catholic
606 Lowell Ave
Erie, PA 16505
(814) 838-7676
West Lake KinderCare Photo
Gr: NS-PK | 5 students
Daycare / Preschool
4575 West Lake Rd.
Erie, PA 16505
(814) 838-4685
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16505, Pennsylvania Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Villa Maria Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 303 students
All-girls (Catholic)
2403 W 8th St
Erie, PA 16505
(814) 453-7737
Map of Villa Maria Elementary School
Gr: NS-8 | 463 students
Catholic
2551 W 8th St
Erie, PA 16505
(814) 838-5451

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 16505, PA?
The top ranked private schools in 16505, PA is Erie Day School.
How many private schools are located in 16505?
3 private schools are located in 16505.
What percentage of students in 16505 go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in 16505 are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 16505?
33% of private schools in 16505 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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