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#6840 of 9,539 schools in CA
Thomas A. Edison Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Ana Unified
2063 Orange Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92707
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,840 of 9,539
In Santa Ana
#44 of 73
public schools
In district
#27 of 51
Santa Ana Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Thomas A. Edison Elementary
Thomas A. Edison Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Santa Ana Unified. Thomas A.
Edison Elementary serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas A. Edison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,840 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas A. Edison Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Thomas A. 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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Thomas A. Edison Elementary — Students at Thomas A. Edison Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How Thomas A. Edison Elementary Compares
See how Thomas A. Edison Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2063 Orange Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas A. Edison Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John F. Kennedy Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Martin Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Roosevelt Walker Academy (rated 5.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cesar E. Chavez High Santa Ana | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Manuel Esqueda Elementary Santa Ana | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Monroe Elementary Santa Ana | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| ST ANNE SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Madison Elementary Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Washington Elementary Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Franklin Elementary Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| RICCA CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | — |
| SOUTH COAST METRO CHILDREN'S VILLAGE Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | — |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Martin Elementary Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Saddleback High Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Century High Santa Ana | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Douglas MacArthur Fundamental Intermediate Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Mater Dei High School Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Walker Academy Santa Ana | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Lowell Elementary Santa Ana | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Pio Pico Elementary Santa Ana | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| College and Career Preparatory Academy Costa Mesa | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,491
Median Home Value
$635,600
Median Rent
$2,141/mo
Population
59,213
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
48.6%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas A. Edison Elementary
What grades does Thomas A. Edison Elementary serve?
Thomas A. Edison Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Thomas A. Edison Elementary?
Thomas A. Edison Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas A. Edison Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas A. Edison Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas A. Edison Elementary rank in CA?
Thomas A. Edison Elementary ranks #6,840 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Thomas A. Edison Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas A. Edison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Thomas A. Edison Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas A. Edison Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Thomas A. Edison Elementary a charter school?
No, Thomas A. Edison Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas A. Edison Elementary a Title I school?
No, Thomas A. Edison Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas A. Edison Elementary?
82.0% of students at Thomas A. 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
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (714) 433-6900
Resources & Links
District
Santa Ana Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,031
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,309
- District Rank
- #27 of 51
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