Serving 398 students in grades 7-8, Edison Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois 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% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Edison Jr High School's student population of 398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edison Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Jr High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2790 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
35%
16%
White
36%
45%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Jr High School's ranking?
Edison Jr High School is ranked #2790 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Edison Jr High School?
398 students attend Edison Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Edison Jr High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison Jr High School?
Edison Jr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edison Jr High School offer ?
Edison Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Edison Jr High School part of?
Edison Jr High School is part of Rock Island SD 41 School District.
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