Serving 662 students in grades 6-8, Edison Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edison Middle School's student population of 662 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edison Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#859 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
9%
27%
Black
6%
17%
White
71%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Middle School's ranking?
Edison Middle School is ranked #859 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Edison Middle School often compared to?
Edison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Middle 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 28% IL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Edison Middle School?
662 students attend Edison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Edison Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edison Middle School?
Edison Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
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 CUSD 200 School District.
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