Serving 612 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pfeiffer-burleigh 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 16% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pfeiffer-burleigh School's student population of 612 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Pfeiffer-burleigh 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 Pfeiffer-burleigh School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2472 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
35%
14%
White
28%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
24%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Erie City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pfeiffer-burleigh School's ranking?
Pfeiffer-burleigh School is ranked #2472 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pfeiffer-burleigh School often compared to?
Pfeiffer-burleigh Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pfeiffer-burleigh School?
612 students attend Pfeiffer-burleigh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Pfeiffer-burleigh School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pfeiffer-burleigh School?
Pfeiffer-burleigh School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pfeiffer-burleigh School offer ?
Pfeiffer-burleigh School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pfeiffer-burleigh School part of?
Pfeiffer-burleigh School is part of Erie City School District.
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