Edison Elementary School

2101 N Vermilion St
Danville, IL 61832
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 254 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Edison Elementary School's student population of 254 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar

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 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
#3239 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤5%
27%
6-9%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
53%
17%
White
25%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
2%
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 #3239 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Edison Elementary School?
254 students attend Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Edison Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison Elementary School?
Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edison Elementary School offer ?
Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Edison Elementary School part of?
Edison Elementary School is part of Danville CCSD 118 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 254 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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