Serving 779 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Thomas A Edison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas A Edison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Thomas A Edison Elementary School's student population of 779 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
779 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas A Edison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas A Edison Elementary School is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1451 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
95%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
2%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas A Edison Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas A Edison Elementary School is ranked #1451 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Thomas A Edison Elementary School?
779 students attend Thomas A Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Thomas A Edison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas A Edison Elementary School?
Thomas A Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas A Edison Elementary School offer ?
Thomas A Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas A Edison Elementary School part of?
Thomas A Edison Elementary School is part of Union City School District.
School Reviews
5 8/12/2018
I have experienced my entire childhood in this school and I'm just very glad that I did! All of the teachers are noteworthy and have beautiful ways of teaching. There is many activities for the students to do in this school! I would personally say that this is a great school and is very independent. I feel very lucky and thank my parents for choosing this elementary for me.
5 10/19/2010
My son has been attending Edison School for the past three years and now that they have the new principal, Mr. Aleman who was previously the vice principal of the union city high school i think he is doing a great job here in edison
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