Very Good
#239 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 27% of private schools
Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc
School
100 BARBER PL, Erie, PA 16507
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#239 of 873
In Erie
#5 of 14
public schools
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Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc
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About Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc
Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc is a private school in Erie, PA. Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc serves approximately 132 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #239 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 132 students, Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc compares to 35 public schools serving similar grades in Erie, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc (this school) | 7.3 |
| East MS | 5.3 |
| Robert Benjamin Wiley Community CS | 3.8 |
| Pfeiffer-Burleigh Sch | 4.9 |
| Edison El Sch | 2.8 |
| McKinley El Sch | 3.1 |
| Perseus House CS of Excellence | 3.1 |
| Woodrow Wilson MS | 4.2 |
| Lincoln El Sch | 6.1 |
| Northwest PA Collegiate Academy | 8.8 |
| Diehl Sch | 3.0 |
| Jefferson El Sch | 3.0 |
| JoAnna Connell Sch | 3.8 |
| Erie HS | 2.0 |
| Iroquois JSHS | 5.2 |
| Iroquois El Sch | 7.3 |
| Strong Vincent MS | 5.4 |
| Perry El Sch | 2.9 |
| Harding Sch | 2.4 |
| Rolling Ridge El Sch | 7.9 |
| Belle Valley El Sch | 8.1 |
Showing 20 of 35 schools. View all schools in Erie
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
100 BARBER PL, Erie, PA 16507
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc may also want to explore other schools in the area. Northwest PA Collegiate Academy (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CATHEDRAL PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST JAMES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Erie, see our Erie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East MS Erie | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Robert Benjamin Wiley Community CS Erie | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Pfeiffer-Burleigh Sch Erie | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| McKinley El Sch Erie | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Edison El Sch Erie | 1.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Perseus House CS of Excellence Erie | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Woodrow Wilson MS Erie | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| LUTHER MEMORIAL ACADEMY Erie | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| CATHEDRAL PREPARATORY SCHOOL Erie | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Lincoln El Sch Erie | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Northwest PA Collegiate Academy Erie | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Jefferson El Sch Erie | 2.5 mi | 3.0 |
| ST LUKE SCHOOL Erie | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Erie HS Erie | 2.8 mi | 2.0 |
| MERCYHURST PREPARATORY SCHOOL Erie | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Diehl Sch Erie | 2.2 mi | 3.0 |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY Erie | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| JoAnna Connell Sch Erie | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Perry El Sch Erie | 3.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Strong Vincent MS Erie | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16507 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,474
Median Home Value
$66,300
Median Rent
$1,016/mo
Population
8,653
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
33.1%
Poverty Rate
27%
Median Age
29.4
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| CANAAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lake Ariel, PA | 7.3 |
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| IMANI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pittsburgh, PA | 7.3 |
| LEBANON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lebanon, PA | 7.2 |
| BIBLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY York, PA | 7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc
What grades does Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc serve?
Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc?
Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc has an enrollment of approximately 132 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc rank in PA?
Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc ranks #239 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc a private school?
Yes, Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc a religious school?
No, Dr Gertrude a Barber Center, Inc is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 132
- Gender Split
- 73% M / 27% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (814) 878-4052
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