Serving 375 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 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edison Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Edison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#2078 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
14%
16%
White
72%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Elementary School's ranking?
Edison Elementary School is ranked #2078 out of 3,426 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 Midwest Central Primary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% 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?
375 students attend Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Edison Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edison Elementary School?
Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, 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.
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