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East MS
Middle School · Erie City SD
1001 Atkins St, Erie, PA 16503
Enrollment
709
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
709
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,969 of 2,846
In Erie
#18 of 34
public schools
In district
#4 of 15
Erie City SD
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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East MS
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About East MS
East MS is a public middle school in Erie, PA, part of Erie City SD. East MS serves approximately 709 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. East MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,969 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for East MS show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at East MS sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
42% of students at East MS 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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East MS — Students at East MS score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How East MS Compares
See how East MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1001 Atkins St, Erie, PA 16503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Northwest PA Collegiate Academy (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CATHEDRAL PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JAMES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Erie, see our Erie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DR GERTRUDE A BARBER CENTER, INC Erie | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Robert Benjamin Wiley Community CS Erie | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| McKinley El Sch Erie | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Pfeiffer-Burleigh Sch Erie | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Edison El Sch Erie | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| Woodrow Wilson MS Erie | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Lincoln El Sch Erie | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Perseus House CS of Excellence Erie | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Northwest PA Collegiate Academy Erie | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| LUTHER MEMORIAL ACADEMY Erie | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| CATHEDRAL PREPARATORY SCHOOL Erie | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| ST LUKE SCHOOL Erie | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Jefferson El Sch Erie | 2.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Diehl Sch Erie | 1.9 mi | 3.0 |
| MERCYHURST PREPARATORY SCHOOL Erie | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| JoAnna Connell Sch Erie | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY Erie | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Erie HS Erie | 2.7 mi | 2.0 |
| Perry El Sch Erie | 2.9 mi | 2.9 |
| Iroquois El Sch Erie | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$29,108
Median Home Value
$55,400
Median Rent
$837/mo
Population
15,204
College Educated
12.2%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
39.7%
Median Age
32.2
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| Catasauqua MS Catasauqua, PA | 5.3 |
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| Central Mountain MS Mill Hall, PA | 5.3 |
| Ephrata MS Ephrata, PA | 5.3 |
| Wheatland MS Lancaster, PA | 5.3 |
| Wilson West MS West Lawn, PA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East MS
What grades does East MS serve?
East MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend East MS?
East MS has an enrollment of approximately 709 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East MS?
The student-teacher ratio at East MS is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East MS rank in PA?
East MS ranks #1,969 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is East MS's MySchoolScout rating?
East MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 East MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East MS has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is East MS a charter school?
No, East MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East MS a Title I school?
No, East MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East MS?
100.0% of students at East MS 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 709
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.2%
- Phone
- (814) 874-6400
Resources & Links
District
Erie City SD- District Enrollment
- 10,493
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,142
- District Rank
- #4 of 15
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