Serving 2,417 students in grades 9-12, Erie High 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 70% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Erie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Erie High School's student population of 2,417 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 179 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
179 teachers
School Rankings
Erie High 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 Erie High School is 0.68, 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
#2528 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
43%
14%
White
35%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erie High School's ranking?
Erie High School is ranked #2528 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Erie High School often compared to?
Erie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcdowell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Erie High School?
The graduation rate of Erie High School is 70%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Erie High School?
2,417 students attend Erie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Erie High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Erie High School?
Erie High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Erie High School offer ?
Erie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Erie High School part of?
Erie High School is part of Erie City School District.
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