Serving 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edison Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Edison Elementary School serves the west part of Denver, CO, encompassing an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the farthest edges of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Edison Elementary School's student population of 583 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Edison CARES
School Rankings
Edison Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#53 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
2%
5%
White
70%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Elementary School's ranking?
Edison Elementary School is ranked #53 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Edison Elementary School often compared to?
Edison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brown International Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Edison Elementary School?
583 students attend Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Edison Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison Elementary School?
Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Edison Elementary School offer ?
Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edison Elementary School part of?
Edison Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Edison Elementary School located?
Edison Elementary School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 7 other public schools located in Northwest.
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