Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Edison Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edison Elementary serves the southern part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Edison Elementary School's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
375 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1924
School Rankings
Edison Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#2084 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
87%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Elementary School's ranking?
Edison Elementary School is ranked #2084 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Edison Elementary School often compared to?
Edison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garfield Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Edison Elementary School?
375 students attend Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Edison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison Elementary School?
Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Edison Elementary School offer ?
Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Edison Elementary School part of?
Edison Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Edison Elementary School located?
Edison Elementary School is located in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in City Heights.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of Disability Awareness Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Universal Human Rights Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of National School Board Recognition Month
January 01, 2027 (Friday)
First Day of Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
January 01, 2027 (Friday)
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