Very Good
#593 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 24% in state
Edison Academy Magnet School
High School · Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School District
100 TECHNOLOGY DRIVE, Edison, NJ 08837
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#593 of 2,466
In Edison
#2 of 20
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School District
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Edison Academy Magnet School
Edison Academy Magnet School is a public high school in Edison, NJ, part of Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School District. Edison Academy Magnet School serves approximately 175 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison Academy Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #593 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Edison Academy Magnet School show 97% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 175 students, Edison Academy Magnet School 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.
Score Breakdown
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Edison Academy Magnet School — Students at Edison Academy Magnet School score 98% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from NJ 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: 5.7/10.
How Edison Academy Magnet School Compares
See how Edison Academy Magnet School 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
100 TECHNOLOGY DRIVE, Edison, NJ 08837
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edison Academy Magnet School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Edgar Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Metuchen), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Washington Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Edison, see our Edison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOHN KENNEY CHILD CARE CENTER HELLER PARK Edison | 0.6 mi | — |
| THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Edison | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Edison | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF EDISON Edison | 0.9 mi | — |
| LITTLE GENIUS ACADEMY Edison | 1.1 mi | — |
| Edison Early Learning Center Edison | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Edison High School Edison | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Edison | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Washington Elementary School Edison | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Edgar Middle School Metuchen | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| EDGAR EARLY LEARNING CENTER Metuchen | 2.1 mi | — |
| NEW FRIENDS CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL Edison | 1.7 mi | — |
| Mildred B. Moss Elementary School Metuchen | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ST STANISLAUS KOSTKA SCHOOL Sayreville | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| CALLICORP DBA FRIENDS OF THE FAMILY CHILD CARE CEN Metuchen | 2.6 mi | — |
| Lindeneau Elementary School Edison | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| PRECIOUS GEMS MONTESSORI Metuchen | 2.7 mi | — |
| Campbell Elementary School Metuchen | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary School New Brunswick | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| ST FRANCIS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Metuchen | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08837 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,948
Median Home Value
$432,500
Median Rent
$1,778/mo
Population
19,954
College Educated
52.4%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
36
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|---|---|
| COLLIER SCHOOL Wickatunk, NJ | 7.5 |
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| PRINCETON INTERNATIONAL SCHL OF MATH AND SCIENCE Princeton, NJ | 7.7 |
| Liberty High School Jersey City, NJ | 7.4 |
| ST DOMINIC ACADEMY Jersey City, NJ | 7.4 |
| NAALEH HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Ridgewood, NJ | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edison Academy Magnet School
What grades does Edison Academy Magnet School serve?
Edison Academy Magnet School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Edison Academy Magnet School?
Edison Academy Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 175 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edison Academy Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at Edison Academy Magnet School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edison Academy Magnet School rank in NJ?
Edison Academy Magnet School ranks #593 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Edison Academy Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
Edison Academy Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Academy Magnet School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edison Academy Magnet School has 97% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Edison Academy Magnet School a charter school?
No, Edison Academy Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edison Academy Magnet School a Title I school?
No, Edison Academy Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edison Academy Magnet School?
1.7% of students at Edison Academy Magnet 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
- Walk Score
- 42 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 175
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.7%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.9%
- Phone
- (732) 452-2600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School District- District Enrollment
- 2,107
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,428
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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