Serving 543 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Edison Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edison Elementary School's student population of 543 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Motto
Where Eagles Learn to Soar
School Rankings
Edison Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1433 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
30%
17%
White
52%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bald Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Elementary School's ranking?
Edison Elementary School is ranked #1433 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Edison Elementary School often compared to?
Edison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant Elementary School, Wickliffe Lower School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Edison Elementary School?
543 students attend Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Edison Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison Elementary School?
Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edison Elementary School offer ?
Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edison Elementary School part of?
Edison Elementary School is part of Willoughby-Eastlake City School District.
In what neighborhood is Edison Elementary School located?
Edison Elementary School is located in the Ridge Acres Estates neighborhood of Willoughby, OH.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The teachers and entire staff at this school are phenomenal. Moving to a new city and school, you always have worries. Everyone (including the students) has been beyond kind to my daughter and gone above and beyond to make her feel welcome and accepted. The communication from the teachers to the parents is outstanding, I feel like I can barely keep up with it sometimes! My daughter is challenged in her classes but never feels too overwhelmed or that she can't ask for help. I feel so lucky that she ended up at this school.
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