Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Edison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edison Elementary School's student population of 502 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
502 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Motto
Everyone belongs. Everyone achieves.
School Rankings
Edison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1398 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
57%
26%
Black
18%
10%
White
15%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Elementary School's ranking?
Edison Elementary School is ranked #1398 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Edison Elementary School often compared to?
Edison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winship Elementary School, Lyon K-8 School 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 42% MA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Edison Elementary School?
502 students attend Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Edison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison Elementary School?
Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Edison Elementary School offer ?
Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edison Elementary School part of?
Edison Elementary School is part of Boston School District.
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