Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thomas A Edison Elementary School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas A Edison Elementary School's student population of 446 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Thomas A Edison Elementary School 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 Thomas A Edison Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2336 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
47%
18%
White
44%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas A Edison Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas A Edison Elementary School is ranked #2336 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Thomas A Edison Elementary School?
446 students attend Thomas A Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Thomas A Edison Elementary School students are Black, 44% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas A Edison Elementary School?
Thomas A Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thomas A Edison Elementary School offer ?
Thomas A Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas A Edison Elementary School part of?
Thomas A Edison Elementary School is part of Wayne-Westland Community School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Outstanding!!!!! Couldn`t have hand picked a better school for my son:) Thank You Edison Elementary!
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