Serving 294 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thomas Edison Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Edison Elementary School's student population of 294 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
294 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas Edison Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Edison Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2882 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
68%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
4%
20%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Edison Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Edison Elementary School is ranked #2882 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Thomas Edison Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas Edison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School, Westlake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Edison Elementary School?
294 students attend Thomas Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Thomas Edison Elementary School students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Edison Elementary School?
Thomas Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thomas Edison Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Thomas Edison Elementary School part of?
Thomas Edison Elementary School is part of Jefferson Elementary School District.
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