Edison High School is a public high school near Richmond, Ohio, United States. It is the only secondary school in the Edison Local School District, covering students from the villages of Amsterdam, Bergholz, Empire, Irondale, Richmond, and Stratton, as well as most unincorporated areas in northern Jefferson County.
Serving 400 students in grades 9-12, Edison High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edison High School's student population of 400 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1939
Colors
Black, Silver
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Edison High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1966 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
97%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eddie The Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison High School's ranking?
Edison High School is ranked #1966 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Edison High School often compared to?
Edison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steubenville High School, Indian Creek High School, Buckeye Local High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edison High School?
The graduation rate of Edison High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Edison High School?
400 students attend Edison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Edison High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% 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 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edison High School offer ?
Edison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edison High School part of?
Edison High School is part of Edison Local School District.
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