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 (26-27)
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Edison Elementary School serves the southern part of Willoughby, OH, covering an attendance area of approximately 17.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest point being 4.4 miles away.
- 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
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and White
School Mascot
Bald Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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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