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#5521 of 9,539 schools in CA
Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8
Elementary School · San Juan Unified
2950 Hurley Way, Sacramento, CA 95864
Enrollment
863
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
863
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,521 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#70 of 198
public schools
In district
#13 of 65
San Juan Unified
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8
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About Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8
Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of San Juan Unified. Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 serves approximately 863 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 24:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,521 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 runs 24:1 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.
37% of students at Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 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 Edison Language Institute K-8 — Students at Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 7.9/10.
How Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 Compares
See how Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2950 Hurley Way, Sacramento, CA 95864
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SHALOM SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mariemont Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST PHILOMENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gateway International Sacramento | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Serenity Stars Sacramento | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST IGNATIUS PARISH SCHOOL Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| St. Ignatius School Sacramento | 0.7 mi | — |
| Arden Middle Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Gabriele Academy International Sacramento | 0.9 mi | — |
| Greer Elementary Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Encina Preparatory High Sacramento | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Katherine Johnson Middle Sacramento | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Sierra Oaks K-8 Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Cottage Elementary Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 2.5 |
| Sacramento Country Day School Sacramento | 1.3 mi | — |
| SHALOM SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| SACRAMENTO COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Shalom School Sacramento | 1.1 mi | — |
| Mariemont Elementary Sacramento | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Aspire Alexander Twilight Secondary Academy Oakland | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Aspire Alexander Twilight College Preparatory Academy Oakland | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| ST PHILOMENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| St. Philomene Dual Language School Sacramento | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95864 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$129,083
Median Home Value
$770,200
Median Rent
$1,863/mo
Population
25,137
College Educated
58.1%
Homeownership
75.4%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
44
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8
What grades does Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 serve?
Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8?
Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 has an enrollment of approximately 863 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 rank in CA?
Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 ranks #5,521 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Edison Language Institute K-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 a charter school?
No, Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 a Title I school?
No, Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8?
64.1% of students at Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 863
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (916) 979-8960
Resources & Links
District
San Juan Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,488
- Schools in District
- 68
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,374
- District Rank
- #13 of 65
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