Edison

1650 Mapledale St
Ferndale, MI 48220
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 65 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Edison ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 65 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : <50% (Top 1% in MI)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Edison ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Edison's student population of 65 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
View AI Prompt
Total Students
65 students
View AI Prompt
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
View AI Prompt
School Calendar

School Rankings

Edison ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2371 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
View AI Prompt
11-19%
35%
View AI Prompt
21-39%
45%
View AI Prompt
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
16:1
View AI Prompt
American Indian
1%
1%
View AI Prompt
Hispanic
5%
9%
View AI Prompt
Black
46%
18%
View AI Prompt
White
48%
63%
View AI Prompt
All Ethnic Groups
0.56
View AI Prompt
(20-21)
<50%
84%
No Summary generated because only 2 years of data available
(22-23)
81.5%
33.3%
No Summary generated because only 3 years of data available
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
45%
View AI Prompt
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
View AI Prompt
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Edison's ranking?
Edison is ranked #2371 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edison?
The graduation rate of Edison is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Edison?
65 students attend Edison.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Edison students are White, 46% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison?
Edison has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Edison offer ?
Edison offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edison part of?

School Reviews

Review Edison. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
Discover how rising e-bike use and increasing traffic are changing school commutes, and what parents should evaluate before choosing a public school.
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
Learn how to evaluate a public school's safety beyond lockdown drills, including school climate, emergency planning, mental health support, and communication.
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
Learn how to evaluate a public school's special education capacity before enrolling your child, from staffing and IEP implementation to inclusion and support services.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 65 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : <50% (Top 1%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Quick Links