Serving 271 students in grades 7-8, Edison Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edison Junior High School serves the northeast part of Pekin, IL, covering an area of approximately 16.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 3.1 miles to the edge of the attendance area, which extends up to 5.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edison Junior High School's student population of 271 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Edison Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Junior High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2594 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
87%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Junior High School's ranking?
Edison Junior High School is ranked #2594 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Edison Junior High School often compared to?
Edison Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadmoor Junior High School, Rankin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Edison Junior High School?
271 students attend Edison Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Edison Junior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison Junior High School?
Edison Junior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edison Junior High School offer ?
Edison Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Edison Junior High School part of?
Edison Junior High School is part of Pekin PSD 108 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
SPRING BREAK - No Student or Staff Attendance
March 26, 2027 (Friday)
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