Serving 391 students in grades 6-8, Edison Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Edison Middle School's student population of 391 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edison Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Middle School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1666 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
49%
13%
White
22%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Middle School's ranking?
Edison Middle School is ranked #1666 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Edison Middle School often compared to?
Edison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dickinson Fine Arts Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Edison Middle School?
391 students attend Edison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Edison Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edison Middle School?
Edison Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Edison Middle School offer ?
Edison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Edison Middle School part of?
Edison Middle School is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Edison Middle School located?
Edison Middle School is located in the Edison Park neighborhood of South Bend, IN.
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