Serving 397 students in grades 3-5, Edison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois 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 Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edison Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Macomb, IL, covering approximately 152.5 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edison Elementary School's student population of 397 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Edison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 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 0.51, 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
#1966 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
19%
16%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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 #1966 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Edison Elementary School often compared to?
Edison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Midwest Central Primary 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 27% IL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Edison Elementary School?
397 students attend Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Edison Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edison Elementary School offer ?
Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Edison Elementary School part of?
Edison Elementary School is part of Macomb CUSD 185 School District.
School Calendar
View the Edison Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
School Improvement Day - Half Day in AM, No School in PM, No School at MacArthur/Last Day of School/End of 2nd Semester
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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