Needs Improvement
#3787 of 3,813 schools in IL
Edison Primary School
Elementary School · Kankakee SD 111
1991 E Maple St, Kankakee, IL 60901
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,787 of 3,813
In Kankakee
#11 of 11
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
Kankakee SD 111
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Edison Primary School
Elementary School in Kankakee · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Edison Primary School
Edison Primary School is a public elementary school in Kankakee, IL, part of Kankakee SD 111. Edison Primary School serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,787 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Edison Primary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Edison Primary 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
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Edison Primary School — Students at Edison Primary School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.3/10.
How Edison Primary School Compares
See how Edison Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1991 E Maple St, Kankakee, IL 60901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edison Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bradley East Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Bradley), which scores notably higher. Another option is BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC SCHOOL,BOURBONNAIS (rated 6.9/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Bourbonnais), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alan B Shepard Elem School (rated 6.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Bourbonnais), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kankakee, see our Kankakee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Cltrl Ctr-Montessori Elem Kankakee | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| King Middle Grade School Kankakee | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Kankakee Junior High School Kankakee | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Mark Twain Primary School Kankakee | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Steuben Elementary School Kankakee | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kankakee | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Proegler School Kankakee | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Bradley East Elem School Bradley | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Kankakee | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Bradley Central Middle School Bradley | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Taft Primary School Kankakee | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| John Kennedy Middle Grade School Kankakee | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Kankakee High School Kankakee | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Bradley-Bourbonnais C High School Bradley | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| KANKAKEE TRINITY ACADEMY Kankakee | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Bradley West Elem School Bradley | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC SCHOOL,BOURBONNAIS Bourbonnais | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Shabbona Elem School Bourbonnais | 3.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Alan B Shepard Elem School Bourbonnais | 3.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center Bourbonnais | 4.2 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,557
Median Home Value
$143,200
Median Rent
$1,020/mo
Population
33,224
College Educated
15.7%
Homeownership
60.6%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Willard Elem School Moline, IL | 2.7 |
| Riverview Elem School East Peoria, IL | 2.8 |
| Shawnee Elementary School Wolf Lake, IL | 2.8 |
| Pleasant Hill Elem School Pleasant Hill, IL | 2.9 |
| Elizabeth Morris Elem School Cahokia, IL | 2.5 |
| Dett Elem School Chicago, IL | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edison Primary School
What grades does Edison Primary School serve?
Edison Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Edison Primary School?
Edison Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edison Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Edison Primary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edison Primary School rank in IL?
Edison Primary School ranks #3,787 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Edison Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Edison Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Primary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edison Primary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Edison Primary School a charter school?
No, Edison Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edison Primary School a Title I school?
No, Edison Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edison Primary School?
91.2% of students at Edison Primary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 205
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Kankakee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.1%
- Phone
- (815) 932-0621
Resources & Links
District
Kankakee SD 111- District Enrollment
- 4,655
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,743
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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