Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edison Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Edison Elementary School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026
School Motto
Edison CARES
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Edison Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#53 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
20%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
71%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Elementary School's ranking?
Edison Elementary School is ranked #53 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Edison Elementary School often compared to?
Edison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brown International Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Edison Elementary School?
553 students attend Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Edison Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison Elementary School?
Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Edison Elementary School offer ?
Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edison Elementary School part of?
Edison Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Edison Elementary School located?
Edison Elementary School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 7 other public schools located in Northwest.
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