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Edison Elementary School

Elementary School · Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E

3125 NORTH HANCOCK AVENUE, Colorado Springs, CO 80907

Enrollment

242

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,019 of 1,815

In Colorado Springs

#99 of 180

public schools

In district

#22 of 57

Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Edison Elementary School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Colorado Springs · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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1.8/10

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About Edison Elementary School

Edison Elementary School is a public elementary school in Colorado Springs, CO, part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 in the county of E. Edison Elementary School serves approximately 242 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,019 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Edison Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

34% 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 Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.3% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-12.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.9 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,835
Chronic Absenteeism33.9%

Edison Elementary School — Students at Edison Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
37%
2025
Math
23.5%
ELA
20.1%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Edison Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
44th percentile in CO
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.9%

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

3125 NORTH HANCOCK AVENUE, Colorado Springs, CO 80907

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edison Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Colorado International Language Academy (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stratton Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Steele Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Colorado Springs, see our Colorado Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Orton Academy Colorado Springs 0.2 mi 1.8
Mann Middle School Colorado Springs 0.7 mi 3.9
Stratton Elementary School Colorado Springs 0.7 mi 8.3
SPRINGS BAPTIST ACADEMY Colorado Springs 1.0 mi 7.2
Audubon Elementary School Colorado Springs 1.2 mi 4.1
Galileo School of Math and Science Colorado Springs 1.5 mi 3.0
Colorado International Language Academy Colorado Springs 1.5 mi 8.8
Taylor Elementary School Colorado Springs 1.6 mi 6.9
CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Colorado Springs 1.3 mi 7.5
Steele Elementary School Colorado Springs 1.6 mi 8.0
The Bijou School Colorado Springs 1.6 mi 5.0
Achieve Online Colorado Springs 1.6 mi 3.4
Odyssey Early College and Career Options Colorado Springs 1.6 mi 6.9
North Middle School Colorado Springs 2.1 mi 6.8
Colorado Springs Charter Academy Colorado Springs 1.7 mi 3.7
CIVA Charter Academy Colorado Springs 2.0 mi 7.5
Queen Palmer Elementary School Colorado Springs 2.3 mi 7.0
Colorado Early Colleges Colorado Springs Colorado Springs 1.9 mi 5.9
Academy for Advanced and Creative Learning Colorado Springs 1.9 mi 7.7
ST MARY'S HIGH SCHOOL Colorado Springs 2.4 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80907 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,393

Median Home Value

$371,200

Median Rent

$1,392/mo

Population

27,135

College Educated

40.1%

Homeownership

56.9%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

38.8

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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 5th.

How many students attend Edison Elementary School?

Edison Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Edison Elementary School is 12.1:1. 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 CO?

Edison Elementary School ranks #1,019 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Edison Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Edison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edison Elementary School?

81.4% of students at Edison Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
El Paso County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.9%

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