Thomas Edison High School of Technology is a public vocational/technical high school located in Wheaton, an unincorporated section of Montgomery County, Maryland. It is located next to Wheaton High School. Edison is a member of the Downcounty Consortium.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students (11-12)
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1981
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(11-12)n/a
n/a
Asian
(11-12)n/a
7%
Hispanic
(11-12)100%
12%
Black
(11-12)n/a
35%
White
(11-12)n/a
42%
Hawaiian
(11-12)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(11-12)n/a
4%
Graduation Rate
(11-12)<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Thomas Edison High School Of Technology?
The graduation rate of Thomas Edison High School Of Technology is 50%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 84%.
How many students attend Thomas Edison High School Of Technology?
20 students attend Thomas Edison High School Of Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Thomas Edison High School Of Technology students are Hispanic.
What grades does Thomas Edison High School Of Technology offer ?
Thomas Edison High School Of Technology offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas Edison High School Of Technology part of?
Thomas Edison High School Of Technology is part of Montgomery County School District.
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