Serving 2,339 students in grades 9-12, Edison High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Edison High serves the southwest part of Fresno, CA, covering an area of approximately 8.1 square miles. Most students live within a 2-mile radius of the school, with typical drive times ranging from 5 to 10 minutes, while the furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Edison High School's student population of 2,339 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,339 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edison High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison High School is 0.44, 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
#3004 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison High School's ranking?
Edison High School is ranked #3004 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Edison High School often compared to?
Edison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bullard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edison High School?
The graduation rate of Edison High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Edison High School?
2,339 students attend Edison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Edison High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison High School?
Edison High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Edison High School offer ?
Edison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Edison High School part of?
Edison High School is part of Fresno Unified School District.
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