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#1050 of 1,992 schools in MN
Edison High
High School · Minneapolis Public School District
700 22ND AVE NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418
Enrollment
833
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
833
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,050 of 1,992
In Minneapolis
#56 of 125
public schools
In district
#39 of 78
Minneapolis Public School District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Edison High
Edison High is a public high school in Minneapolis, MN, part of Minneapolis Public School District. Edison High serves approximately 833 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,050 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Edison High show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Edison High 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.
61% of students at Edison High 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 High — Students at Edison High score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN 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: 9.4/10.
How Edison High Compares
See how Edison High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
700 22ND AVE NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edison High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MENLO PARK ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is DELASALLE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, VOA High (rated 4.6/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New City School Minneapolis | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| YINGHUA ACADEMY Minneapolis | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Las Estrellas Elementary Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Banaadir Elementary Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| MENLO PARK ACADEMY Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Menlo Park Academy Extended Minneapolis | 0.8 mi | — |
| HEARTWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL NORTHEAST MINNEAPOLIS Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | — |
| Exploration High School Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | — |
| MPS METRO HA Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Webster Elementary Minneapolis | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| PILLSBURY ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Spero Academy Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| NORTHEAST MIDDLE Minneapolis | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Marcy Elementary Minneapolis | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| DELASALLE HIGH SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| WAITE PARK ELEMENTARY Minneapolis | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL Saint Anthony | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| VOA High Minneapolis | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| VOA High Extended Minneapolis | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55418 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,630
Median Home Value
$332,500
Median Rent
$1,349/mo
Population
31,295
College Educated
51.4%
Homeownership
65.6%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
37.5
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|---|---|
| HUTCHINSON SENIOR HIGH Hutchinson, MN | 6.1 |
| LINCOLN SENIOR HIGH Thief River Falls, MN | 6.1 |
| CROOKSTON SECONDARY Crookston, MN | 6.0 |
| ROSEAU SECONDARY Roseau, MN | 6.0 |
| BLUESKY CHARTER SCHOOL Bloomington, MN | 6.2 |
| HOLDINGFORD SECONDARY Holdingford, MN | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edison High
What grades does Edison High serve?
Edison High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Edison High?
Edison High has an enrollment of approximately 833 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edison High?
The student-teacher ratio at Edison High is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edison High rank in MN?
Edison High ranks #1,050 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Edison High's MySchoolScout rating?
Edison High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edison High has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Edison High a charter school?
No, Edison High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edison High a Title I school?
No, Edison High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edison High?
73.1% of students at Edison High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 833
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.2%
- Phone
- (612) 668-1300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
Resources & Links
District
Minneapolis Public School District- District Enrollment
- 29,063
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,839
- District Rank
- #39 of 78
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