Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edison Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#555 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
15%
23%
Black
29%
7%
White
31%
61%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Elementary School's ranking?
Edison Elementary School is ranked #555 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Edison Elementary School often compared to?
Edison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dodge Elementary School, Masters Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Edison Elementary School?
360 students attend Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Edison Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison Elementary School?
Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Edison Elementary School offer ?
Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edison Elementary School part of?
Edison Elementary School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Edison Elementary School located?
Edison Elementary School is located in the Maplewood Hills neighborhood of Omaha, NE.
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