Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Thomas A Edison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas A Edison Elementary School's student population of 377 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. May 28, 2026
School Motto
Where Learning Drives Innovation
School Mascot
Rambler
School Rankings
Thomas A Edison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas A Edison Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1649 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
29%
18%
White
57%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rambler
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 #1649 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Thomas A Edison Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas A Edison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walt Disney Elementary School, Salk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Thomas A Edison Elementary School?
377 students attend Thomas A Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Thomas A Edison Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas A Edison Elementary School?
Thomas A Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thomas A Edison Elementary School offer ?
Thomas A Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas A Edison Elementary School part of?
Thomas A Edison Elementary School is part of Fraser School District.
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