Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edison Environmental Science Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison Environmental Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Edison Environmental Science Academy's student population of 301 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Edison Environmental Science Academy is 0.55, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
64%
18%
White
17%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Edison Environmental Science Academy often compared to?
Edison Environmental Science Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln International Studies School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Edison Environmental Science Academy?
301 students attend Edison Environmental Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Edison Environmental Science Academy students are Black, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edison Environmental Science Academy?
Edison Environmental Science Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edison Environmental Science Academy offer ?
Edison Environmental Science Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Edison Environmental Science Academy part of?
Edison Environmental Science Academy is part of Kalamazoo Public Schools School District.
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