Thomas Edison Intermediate School

800 Rahway Avenue
Westfield, NJ 07090
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 774 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Edison Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 774 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 20% in NJ
  • : 64% (Top 20%)
  • : 71% (Top 20%)
  • : 38% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Thomas Edison Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

School Overview

Thomas Edison Intermediate School's student population of 774 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
774 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Westfield Public School District, in partnership with families and the community, educates all students to reach their highest potential as productive, well-rounded and engaged citizens who value individual differences and embrace diversity.

School Rankings

Thomas Edison Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Edison Intermediate School is 0.50, 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.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#347 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
64%
38%
71%
49%
38%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
11%
Hispanic
8%
34%
Black
3%
14%
White
69%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.50
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thomas Edison Intermediate School's ranking?
Thomas Edison Intermediate School is ranked #347 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Thomas Edison Intermediate School often compared to?
Thomas Edison Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Thomas Edison Intermediate School?
774 students attend Thomas Edison Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Thomas Edison Intermediate School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Edison Intermediate School?
Thomas Edison Intermediate School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas Edison Intermediate School offer ?
Thomas Edison Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Edison Intermediate School part of?
Thomas Edison Intermediate School is part of Westfield Public School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 774 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 64% (Top 20%)
  • : 71% (Top 20%)
  • : 38% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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