Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edison Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edison Elementary School serves the northeast part of Berwyn, IL, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edison Elementary School's student population of 282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
282 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Edison Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1462 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
88%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
7%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Elementary School's ranking?
Edison Elementary School is ranked #1462 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Edison Elementary School?
282 students attend Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Edison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison Elementary School?
Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edison Elementary School offer ?
Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Edison Elementary School part of?
Edison Elementary School is part of Lyons SD 103 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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