Excellent
#17 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 2% of private schools
Erie Day School
Elementary School
1372 W 6TH ST, Erie, PA 16505
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#17 of 873
In Erie
#1 of 14
public schools
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Erie Day School
Elementary School in Erie · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Erie Day School
Erie Day School is a private elementary school in Erie, PA. Erie Day School serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Erie Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #17 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 159 students, Erie Day School 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 7.1:1 students to teachers, Erie Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Erie Day School 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 Erie Day School compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Erie, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Erie Day School (this school) | 8.6 |
| Strong Vincent MS | 5.4 |
| Harding Sch | 2.4 |
| Montessori Regional CS | 3.5 |
| Tracy El Sch | 7.2 |
| Perry El Sch | 2.9 |
| Perseus House CS of Excellence | 3.1 |
| Pfeiffer-Burleigh Sch | 4.9 |
| Grover Cleveland El Sch | 3.9 |
| Jefferson El Sch | 3.0 |
| East MS | 5.3 |
| Woodrow Wilson MS | 4.2 |
| McKinley El Sch | 3.1 |
| Lincoln El Sch | 6.1 |
| Robert Benjamin Wiley Community CS | 3.8 |
| Chestnut Hill El Sch | 8.2 |
| Grandview El Sch | 7.7 |
| James S Wilson MS | 5.8 |
| Westlake MS | 5.2 |
| Edison El Sch | 2.8 |
| JoAnna Connell Sch | 3.8 |
Showing 20 of 30 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
1372 W 6TH ST, Erie, PA 16505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Erie Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grandview El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 3.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Tracy El Sch (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, LUTHER MEMORIAL ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Erie, see our Erie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Strong Vincent MS Erie | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Harding Sch Erie | 0.6 mi | 2.4 |
| VILLA MARIA ACADEMY Erie | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Montessori Regional CS Erie | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| CATHEDRAL PREPARATORY SCHOOL Erie | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| LUTHER MEMORIAL ACADEMY Erie | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Tracy El Sch Erie | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Perry El Sch Erie | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| ST JUDE SCHOOL Erie | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Grover Cleveland El Sch Erie | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Erie | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Perseus House CS of Excellence Erie | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Erie HS Erie | 2.1 mi | 2.0 |
| Pfeiffer-Burleigh Sch Erie | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| OUR LADY OF PEACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Erie | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Northwest PA Collegiate Academy Erie | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| ST GEORGE GRADE SCHOOL Erie | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Grandview El Sch Erie | 3.5 mi | 7.7 |
| DR GERTRUDE A BARBER CENTER, INC Erie | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Jefferson El Sch Erie | 2.9 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,370
Median Home Value
$196,600
Median Rent
$871/mo
Population
15,631
College Educated
45%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
49
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Horace Mann El Sch Indiana, PA | 8.6 |
| Oswayo Valley El Sch Shinglehouse, PA | 8.6 |
| RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lancaster, PA | 8.6 |
| Tinicum El Sch Pipersville, PA | 8.6 |
| West Newton El Sch West Newton, PA | 8.6 |
| J.A. Allard El Sch Moon Township, PA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Erie Day School
What grades does Erie Day School serve?
Erie Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Erie Day School?
Erie Day School has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Erie Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Erie Day School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Erie Day School rank in PA?
Erie Day School ranks #17 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Erie Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Erie Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Erie Day School a private school?
Yes, Erie Day School 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 Erie Day School a religious school?
No, Erie Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 159
- Gender Split
- 66% M / 34% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (814) 452-4273
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