Serving 933 students in grades 9-12, Edison High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 933 students
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edison High School's student population of 933 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
933 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edison High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#819 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
15%
10%
Black
51%
12%
White
24%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison High School's ranking?
Edison High School is ranked #819 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Edison High School often compared to?
Edison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eden Prairie Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edison High School?
The graduation rate of Edison High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Edison High School?
933 students attend Edison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Edison High School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
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 Minneapolis Public School District.
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