Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thomas A. Edison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas A. Edison Elementary serves the east part of Santa Ana, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas A. Edison Elementary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
332 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas A. Edison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas A. Edison Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7478 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas A. Edison Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas A. Edison Elementary School is ranked #7478 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thomas A. Edison Elementary School?
332 students attend Thomas A. Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Thomas A. Edison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas A. Edison Elementary School?
Thomas A. Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thomas A. Edison Elementary School offer ?
Thomas A. Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Thomas A. Edison Elementary School part of?
Thomas A. Edison Elementary School is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas A. Edison Elementary School located?
Thomas A. Edison Elementary School is located in the Delhi neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Delhi.
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