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 30% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Thomas A Edison Elementary School's student population of 779 students has declined by 12% 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
Thomas A Edison Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 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
#1355 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
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%
11%
Hispanic
95%
34%
Black
2%
14%
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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Thomas A Edison Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas A Edison Elementary School is ranked #1355 out of 2,184 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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 Reviews5 10/10/2025My 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 edison5 10/10/2025I 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.Review Thomas A Edison Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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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
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.
Review Thomas A Edison Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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