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#1418 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 44% in state
Edison Elementary School
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
17045 GRAND RIVER AVE, Detroit, MI 48227
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,418 of 3,192
In Detroit
#62 of 178
public schools
In district
#52 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Edison Elementary School
Edison Elementary School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Edison Elementary School serves approximately 276 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,418 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Edison Elementary School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Edison Elementary School 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.
81% of students at Edison Elementary 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 Elementary School — Students at Edison Elementary School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Edison Elementary School Compares
See how Edison Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
17045 GRAND RIVER AVE, Detroit, MI 48227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edison Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Foreign Language Immersion and Cultural Studies (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Coleman A Young Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rutherford Winans Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dossin ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Cooke STEM Academy Detroit | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| LincolnKing AdamsYoung 68 Detroit | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
| Old Redford Academy High Detroit | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Burns ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Rutherford Winans Academy Detroit | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Coleman A Young Elementary School Detroit | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Detroit Achievement Academy Detroit | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Jerry L White Center Detroit | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Renaissance High School Detroit | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Detroit Innovation Academy Detroit | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| John R King Academic and Performing Arts Academy Detroit | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Randolph Career and Technical Center Detroit | 1.8 mi | — |
| Foreign Language Immersion and Cultural Studies Detroit | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Emerson ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| University Yes Academy Detroit | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Gompers ElementaryMiddle School Detroit | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Henderson Academy Detroit | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Mann Learning Community Detroit | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| WAY Academy Chicago Site Detroit | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,221
Median Home Value
$70,900
Median Rent
$1,034/mo
Population
39,474
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
56.5%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
31.2%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andersonville Elementary School Davisburg, MI | 6.5 |
| Beechview Elementary School Farmington Hills, MI | 6.5 |
| Blair Elementary School Traverse City, MI | 6.5 |
| Cherry Knoll Elementary School Traverse City, MI | 6.5 |
| Grandville West Elementary School Grandville, MI | 6.5 |
| Lakewood Elementary School Ann Arbor, MI | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edison Elementary School
What grades does Edison Elementary School serve?
Edison Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Edison Elementary School?
Edison Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 276 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edison Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Edison Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edison Elementary School rank in MI?
Edison Elementary School ranks #1,418 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Edison Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Edison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edison Elementary School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Edison Elementary School a charter school?
No, Edison Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edison Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Edison Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edison Elementary School?
83.3% of students at Edison Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 276
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 80.8%
- Phone
- (313) 852-1066
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #52 of 99
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