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Edison Middle School

Middle School · Meriden School District

1355 North Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450

Enrollment

777

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#589 of 990

In Meriden

#11 of 14

public schools

In district

#11 of 13

Meriden School District

Academic performance

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Edison Middle School

5.8/10

Middle School in Meriden · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.3/10

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7.1/10

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About Edison Middle School

Edison Middle School is a public middle school in Meriden, CT, part of Meriden School District. Edison Middle School serves approximately 777 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #589 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Edison Middle School show 28% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • CT avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics7.2Very Good58%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement42%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,082
Chronic Absenteeism17.4%

Edison Middle School — Students at Edison Middle School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.0% (2022 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 46.0% (2022 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A

Based on 2 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

How Edison Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
41th percentile in CT
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

Location

1355 North Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edison Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Washington Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Catherine M. McGee Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Berlin), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lincoln Middle School (rated 5.3/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Meriden, see our Meriden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington Middle School Meriden 0.3 mi 6.3
Nathan Hale School Meriden 0.9 mi 7.1
Roger Sherman School Meriden 1.4 mi 6.5
Francis T. Maloney High School Meriden 1.6 mi 6.5
MIDSTATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Meriden 1.9 mi 7.0
Israel Putnam School Meriden 1.9 mi 7.3
John Barry School Meriden 1.6 mi 7.7
Thomas Hooker School Meriden 2.6 mi 7.1
Casimir Pulaski School Meriden 2.6 mi 6.3
Benjamin Franklin School Meriden 2.4 mi 7.4
MELIORA ACADEMY Meriden 3.3 mi 6.2
Lincoln Middle School Meriden 2.8 mi 5.3
Orville H. Platt High School Meriden 3.0 mi 4.3
H. C. Wilcox Technical High School Meriden 3.3 mi 5.5
Catherine M. McGee Middle School Berlin 4.3 mi 5.8
CARVER ACADEMY Wallingford 4.2 mi 6.5
John Lyman School Middlefield 3.7 mi 7.1
Emma Hart Willard School Berlin 4.3 mi 6.5
Moody School Middletown 3.4 mi 9.0
Hanover School Meriden 3.8 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06450 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,961

Median Home Value

$220,400

Median Rent

$1,267/mo

Population

35,896

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

62.5%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

38.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Catherine M. McGee Middle School Berlin, CT 5.8
Silas Deane Middle School Wethersfield, CT 5.8
West Rocks Middle School Norwalk, CT 5.8
Leonard J. Tyl Middle School Oakdale, CT 5.7
Bethel Middle School Bethel, CT 5.6
Chippens Hill Middle School Bristol, CT 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edison Middle School

What grades does Edison Middle School serve?

Edison Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Edison Middle School?

Edison Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 777 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Edison Middle School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edison Middle School rank in CT?

Edison Middle School ranks #589 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Edison Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Edison Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edison Middle School has 28% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).

Is Edison Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Edison Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

74.9% of students at Edison Middle 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
21 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
777
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 7
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

District

Meriden School District
District Enrollment
8,789
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,082
District Rank
#11 of 13

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