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#2500 of 3,192 schools in MI
Edison
School · Hazel Park School District of the City of
1650 MAPLEDALE ST, Ferndale, MI 48220
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,500 of 3,192
In Ferndale
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 11
Hazel Park School District of the City of
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Edison
School in Ferndale · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Edison
Edison is a public school in Ferndale, MI, part of Hazel Park School District of the City of. Edison serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,500 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Edison show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- MI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 63 students, Edison is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Edison sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7:1 students to teachers, Edison sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Edison — Students at Edison score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from MI 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: 6.0/10.
How Edison Compares
See how Edison performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1650 MAPLEDALE ST, Ferndale, MI 48220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edison may also want to explore other schools in the area. Jardon Vocational School (rated 5.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Keys Grace Academy (rated 4.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Madison Heights), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Webb Elementary School (rated 4.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ferndale, see our Ferndale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,095
Median Home Value
$229,700
Median Rent
$1,191/mo
Population
21,502
College Educated
52.7%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
35.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edison
What grades does Edison serve?
Edison serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Edison?
Edison has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edison?
The student-teacher ratio at Edison is 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 rank in MI?
Edison ranks #2,500 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Edison's MySchoolScout rating?
Edison has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edison has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Edison a charter school?
No, Edison is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edison a Title I school?
No, Edison is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edison?
63.5% of students at Edison qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 63
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.5%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 84.1%
- Phone
- (248) 658-5400
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Hazel Park School District of the City of- District Enrollment
- 2,910
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,812
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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