Serving 289 students in grades 9-12, Thomas A Edison High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas A Edison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Thomas A Edison High School's student population of 289 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Thomas A Edison High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85-89%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
86%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Thomas A Edison High School often compared to?
Thomas A Edison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horseheads Senior High School, Elmira High School, Cohen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thomas A Edison High School?
The graduation rate of Thomas A Edison High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Thomas A Edison High School?
289 students attend Thomas A Edison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Thomas A Edison High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas A Edison High School?
Thomas A Edison High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas A Edison High School offer ?
Thomas A Edison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas A Edison High School part of?
Thomas A Edison High School is part of Elmira Heights Central School District.
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