Needs Improvement
#2748 of 2,846 schools in PA
Diehl Sch
Elementary School · Erie City SD
2327 Fairmont Pkwy, Erie, PA 16510
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,748 of 2,846
In Erie
#29 of 34
public schools
In district
#10 of 15
Erie City SD
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Diehl Sch
Elementary School in Erie · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Diehl Sch
Diehl Sch is a public elementary school in Erie, PA, part of Erie City SD. Diehl Sch serves approximately 458 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Diehl Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,748 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Diehl Sch show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.6
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Diehl Sch were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Diehl Sch — Students at Diehl Sch score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How Diehl Sch Compares
See how Diehl Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2327 Fairmont Pkwy, Erie, PA 16510
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Diehl Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belle Valley El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Klein El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rolling Ridge El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Erie, see our Erie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY Erie | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| JoAnna Connell Sch Erie | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Edison El Sch Erie | 1.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Iroquois JSHS Erie | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Iroquois El Sch Erie | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Rolling Ridge El Sch Erie | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Robert Benjamin Wiley Community CS Erie | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| McKinley El Sch Erie | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Lincoln El Sch Erie | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Belle Valley El Sch Erie | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Woodrow Wilson MS Erie | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| East MS Erie | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| MERCYHURST PREPARATORY SCHOOL Erie | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| DR GERTRUDE A BARBER CENTER, INC Erie | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| ST LUKE SCHOOL Erie | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Klein El Sch Erie | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Jefferson El Sch Erie | 2.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Northwest PA Collegiate Academy Erie | 2.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Pfeiffer-Burleigh Sch Erie | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Perseus House CS of Excellence Erie | 3.0 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16510 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,938
Median Home Value
$158,700
Median Rent
$796/mo
Population
25,152
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
40.8
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|---|---|
| Catharine Joseph Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.0 |
| Central El Sch Beaver Falls, PA | 3.0 |
| Jefferson El Sch Erie, PA | 3.0 |
| Mitchell El Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.0 |
| Neil Armstrong #40 Scranton, PA | 3.0 |
| Pittsburgh Morrow K-8 Pittsburgh, PA | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Diehl Sch
What grades does Diehl Sch serve?
Diehl Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Diehl Sch?
Diehl Sch has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Diehl Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Diehl Sch is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Diehl Sch rank in PA?
Diehl Sch ranks #2,748 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Diehl Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Diehl Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Diehl Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Diehl Sch has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Diehl Sch a charter school?
No, Diehl Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Diehl Sch a Title I school?
No, Diehl Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Diehl Sch?
99.3% of students at Diehl Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 458
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (814) 874-6585
Resources & Links
District
Erie City SD- District Enrollment
- 10,493
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,142
- District Rank
- #10 of 15
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