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#1205 of 1,793 schools in MA
Edison K-8 School
Elementary School · Boston
60 Glenmont Road, Brighton, MA 02135
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,205 of 1,793
In Brighton
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#71 of 109
Boston
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Edison K-8 School
Elementary School in Brighton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Edison K-8 School
Edison K-8 School is a public elementary school in Brighton, MA, part of Boston. Edison K-8 School serves approximately 584 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,205 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Edison K-8 School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Edison K-8 School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
45% of students at Edison K-8 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 K-8 School — Students at Edison K-8 School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MA 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: 5.8/10.
How Edison K-8 School Compares
See how Edison K-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 Glenmont Road, Brighton, MA 02135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edison K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winship Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Ward (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Newton Centre), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE CHESTNUT HILLSCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Chestnut Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brighton, see our Brighton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Winship Elementary School Brighton | 0.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Lyon K-8 School Brighton | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Lyon High School Brighton | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| MESIVTA HIGH SCHOOL OF GREATER BOSTON Brighton | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ST COLUMBKILLE PARTNERSHIP SCHOOL Brighton | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| B C CAMPUS SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 0.9 mi | — |
| YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Chestnut Hill | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Brighton High School Brighton | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| MOUNT ALVERNIA ACADEMY Chestnut Hill | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School Brighton | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| THE CHESTNUT HILLSCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| KENNEDY DAY SCHOOL Brighton | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brighton | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Boston | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| BRIMMER & MAY SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| John Ward Newton Centre | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Baldwin Early Learning Pilot Academy Brighton | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Roland Hayes Chestnut Hill | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| John D Runkle Brookline | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| TORAH ACADEMY Brookline | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,208
Median Home Value
$684,000
Median Rent
$2,179/mo
Population
43,683
College Educated
71.1%
Homeownership
21.7%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
30.4
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|---|---|
| John F Kennedy Holbrook, MA | 5.4 |
| John J Doran Fall River, MA | 5.4 |
| Memorial Milford, MA | 5.4 |
| Northwest Leominster, MA | 5.4 |
| Ruggles Lane Barre, MA | 5.4 |
| Spaulding Memorial Townsend, MA | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edison K-8 School
What grades does Edison K-8 School serve?
Edison K-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Edison K-8 School?
Edison K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 584 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edison K-8 School?
The student-teacher ratio at Edison K-8 School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edison K-8 School rank in MA?
Edison K-8 School ranks #1,205 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Edison K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?
Edison K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 K-8 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edison K-8 School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Edison K-8 School a charter school?
No, Edison K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edison K-8 School a Title I school?
No, Edison K-8 School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 584
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.9%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8436
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #71 of 109
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