Excellent
#377 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 15% in state
Thomas A. Edison Elementary School
Elementary School · Haddon Township School District
205 MELROSE AVENUE, Westmont, NJ 08108
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#377 of 2,466
In Westmont
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
Haddon Township School District
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Thomas A. Edison Elementary School
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About Thomas A. Edison Elementary School
Thomas A. Edison Elementary School is a public elementary school in Westmont, NJ, part of Haddon Township School District. Thomas A.
Edison Elementary School serves approximately 144 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas A. Edison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #377 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas A. Edison Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 144 students, Thomas A. Edison Elementary 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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Thomas A. Edison Elementary School — Students at Thomas A. Edison Elementary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
4.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 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: 9.9/10.
How Thomas A. Edison Elementary School Compares
See how Thomas A. Edison Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
205 MELROSE AVENUE, Westmont, NJ 08108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas A. Edison Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Zane North Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Collingswood), with a very similar rating. Another option is J. Fithian Tatem School (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Haddonfield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HADDONFIELD FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Haddonfield), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Westmont, see our Westmont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,764
Median Home Value
$358,100
Median Rent
$1,680/mo
Population
18,730
College Educated
58%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
39.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas A. Edison Elementary School
What grades does Thomas A. Edison Elementary School serve?
Thomas A. Edison Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Thomas A. Edison Elementary School?
Thomas A. Edison Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas A. Edison Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas A. Edison Elementary School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas A. Edison Elementary School rank in NJ?
Thomas A. Edison Elementary School ranks #377 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Thomas A. Edison Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas A. Edison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Thomas A. Edison Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas A. Edison Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Thomas A. Edison Elementary School a charter school?
No, Thomas A. Edison Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas A. Edison Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Thomas A. Edison Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas A. Edison Elementary School?
4.2% of students at Thomas A. 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
- 144
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 4.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Camden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.8%
- Phone
- (856) 869-7715
Resources & Links
District
Haddon Township School District- District Enrollment
- 2,105
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,684
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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