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Below Average

#1545 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Edison Elementary School

Elementary School · Mesa Unified District (4235)

545 N HORNE, Mesa, AZ 85203

Enrollment

550

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,545 of 2,006

In Mesa

#95 of 129

public schools

In district

#53 of 76

Mesa Unified District (4235)

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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4.9/10

Elementary School in Mesa · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Edison Elementary School

Edison Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mesa, AZ, part of Mesa Unified District (4235). Edison Elementary School serves approximately 550 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,545 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Edison Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Edison Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism37.8%

Edison Elementary School — Students at Edison Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
61%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
20%
ELA
25%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.8/10.

How Edison Elementary School Compares

See how Edison Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
23th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

545 N HORNE, Mesa, AZ 85203

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edison Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MacArthur Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,851

Median Home Value

$388,300

Median Rent

$1,388/mo

Population

37,435

College Educated

29%

Homeownership

56.6%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

33.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edison Elementary School

What grades does Edison Elementary School serve?

Edison Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Edison Elementary School?

Edison Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 550 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edison Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Edison Elementary School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edison Elementary School rank in AZ?

Edison Elementary School ranks #1,545 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Edison Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Edison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Edison Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edison Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Edison Elementary School a charter school?

No, Edison Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Edison Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Edison Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.8%

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