Edison Elementary School serves 618 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edison Elementary School's student population of 618 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Every Leopard, Every Day
School Rankings
The diversity score of Edison Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
62%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
27%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Edison Elementary School?
618 students attend Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Edison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
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 Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edison Elementary School offer ?
Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Edison Elementary School part of?
Edison Elementary School is part of Gainesville Independent School District.
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