Edison Elementary School

17045 Grand River Ave
Detroit, MI 48227
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Bottom 50%
Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 291 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Edison Elementary School's student population of 291 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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School Rankings

Edison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
#2376 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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≤20%
36%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Edison Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
≤20%
48%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Edison Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
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Black
98%
18%
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White
2%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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0.04
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
47%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Edison Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Edison Elementary School's ranking?
Edison Elementary School is ranked #2376 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Edison Elementary School often compared to?
Edison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cooke Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Edison Elementary School?
291 students attend Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Edison Elementary School students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edison Elementary School?
Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edison Elementary School offer ?
Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Edison Elementary School part of?
Edison Elementary School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.

School Reviews

5   1/6/2020
I love this school I want to come back love you Edison I wish the best for your test scores.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Destinee
1   9/20/2018
I am an elder parent to children in our local area. I volunteer and encourage families to participate in community events and efforts. I have been aware of several of my neighbors attending EDISON and visited several times. Edison is welcoming. The classrooms appear well organized and pleasant.
- Posted by Parent - Carolyn Akpe

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 291 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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