Very Good
#2173 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 23% in state
Edison Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
4077 35th St., San Diego, CA 92104
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,173 of 9,539
In San Diego
#112 of 288
public schools
In district
#68 of 174
San Diego Unified
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Edison Elementary
Edison Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Edison Elementary serves approximately 361 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,173 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Edison Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Edison Elementary runs 21.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
36% of students at Edison Elementary 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
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Edison Elementary — Students at Edison Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How Edison Elementary Compares
See how Edison Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4077 35th St., San Diego, CA 92104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edison Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Normal Heights Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, San Diego Global Vision Academy (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Elementary San Diego | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Wilson Middle San Diego | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Health Sciences High and Middle College San Diego | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Cherokee Point Elementary San Diego | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Adams Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ST DIDACUS SCHOOL San Diego | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Normal Heights Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Children's Creative and Performing Arts Academy San Diego | 0.7 mi | — |
| San Diego Global Vision Academy San Diego | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL San Diego | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| McKinley Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Jefferson Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Franklin Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| ALBA San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST AUGUSTINE HIGH SCHOOL San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Joyner Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| St. Augustine High School San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
| Garfield Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Hoover High San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,862
Median Home Value
$861,600
Median Rent
$1,925/mo
Population
46,912
College Educated
55.5%
Homeownership
29%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
34.9
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| Alamo Elementary Alamo, CA | 7.7 |
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| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 7.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edison Elementary
What grades does Edison Elementary serve?
Edison Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Edison Elementary?
Edison Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 361 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edison Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Edison Elementary is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edison Elementary rank in CA?
Edison Elementary ranks #2,173 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Edison Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Edison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edison Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Edison Elementary a charter school?
No, Edison Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edison Elementary a Title I school?
No, Edison Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edison Elementary?
94.7% of students at Edison Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 361
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (619) 344-5400
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #68 of 174
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