Thomas Alva Edison and John C. Fareira High School is a high school serving grades 9-12 on 151 West Luzerne Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is located at 40.0122°N 75.1291°W) and is part of the School District of Philadelphia.
Serving 983 students in grades 9-12, Edison High School/fareira Skills ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 983 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 59% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edison High School/fareira Skills's student population of 983 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
983 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
School Motto
At Edison/Fareira High School, we will maximize the potential of all students by providing them with the academic and social skills necessary for every student to succeed.
School Rankings
Edison High School/fareira Skills ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison High School/fareira Skills is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2592 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
64%
16%
Black
31%
14%
White
1%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
59%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Owl
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison High School/fareira Skills's ranking?
Edison High School/fareira Skills is ranked #2592 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Edison High School/fareira Skills often compared to?
Edison High School/fareira Skillsis often viewed alongside schools like Esperanza Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edison High School/fareira Skills?
The graduation rate of Edison High School/fareira Skills is 59%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Edison High School/fareira Skills?
983 students attend Edison High School/fareira Skills.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Edison High School/fareira Skills students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison High School/fareira Skills?
Edison High School/fareira Skills has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edison High School/fareira Skills offer ?
Edison High School/fareira Skills offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edison High School/fareira Skills part of?
Edison High School/fareira Skills is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Edison High School/fareira Skills located?
Edison High School/fareira Skills is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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