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Edison Elem School

Elementary School · Lyons SD 103

4100 Scoville Ave, Stickney, IL 60402

Enrollment

288

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,095 of 3,813

In Stickney

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Lyons SD 103

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Edison Elem School

6.0/10

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

Pershing Elem School

6.8/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Home Elem School

5.6/10

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About Edison Elem School

Edison Elem School is a public elementary school in Stickney, IL, part of Lyons SD 103. Edison Elem School serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,095 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Edison Elem School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Edison Elem 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 Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)14% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,997
Chronic Absenteeism32.6%

Edison Elem School — Students at Edison Elem School score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2022
ELA
32%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Edison Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
45th percentile in IL
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.6%

Location

4100 Scoville Ave, Stickney, IL 60402

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edison Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Blythe Park Elem School (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Riverside), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kinzie Elem School (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pershing Elem School (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Berwyn), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Stickney, see our Stickney schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Pershing Elem School Berwyn 0.6 mi 6.8
Home Elem School Stickney 0.7 mi 5.6
THE ANGELS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Berwyn 0.9 mi
ST LEONARD SCHOOL Berwyn 1.0 mi 5.7
Irving Elem School Berwyn 0.9 mi 5.6
Abe Lincoln Elem School Cicero 1.0 mi 6.1
Freedom Middle School Berwyn 1.4 mi 6.1
Emerson Elem School Berwyn 1.4 mi 4.0
Heritage Middle School Berwyn 1.4 mi 6.1
OUR LADY OF CHARITY SCHOOL Cicero 1.2 mi 4.5
Byrne Elem School Chicago 1.5 mi 4.7
KID'Z COLONY Chicago 1.7 mi
Hiawatha Elem School Berwyn 1.8 mi 6.4
Kennedy High School Chicago 1.9 mi 6.9
Komensky Elem School Berwyn 1.9 mi 6.2
J W Robinson Jr Elem School Lyons 1.5 mi 5.6
Blythe Park Elem School Riverside 1.7 mi 9.0
Kinzie Elem School Chicago 1.9 mi 8.3
Goodwin Elementary School Cicero 1.9 mi 5.4
Drexel Elem School Cicero 1.6 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,993

Median Home Value

$277,800

Median Rent

$1,168/mo

Population

63,867

College Educated

25.2%

Homeownership

64.1%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

36.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bismarck-Henning Elem School Bismarck, IL 6.0
Carter Elem School Chicago, IL 6.0
Columbus Elem School Chicago, IL 6.0
Currier Elementary School West Chicago, IL 6.0
Dubois Elem School Chicago, IL 6.0
Dvorak Technology Acad Elem Sch Chicago, IL 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edison Elem School

What grades does Edison Elem School serve?

Edison Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Edison Elem School?

Edison Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Edison Elem School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edison Elem School rank in IL?

Edison Elem School ranks #2,095 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Edison Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Edison Elem School 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 Edison Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edison Elem School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Edison Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Edison Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

76.7% of students at Edison Elem 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.6%

District

Lyons SD 103
District Enrollment
2,086
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,997
District Rank
#1 of 6

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