Very Good
#878 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 19% in state
Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
165-65 84TH AVE, Jamaica, NY 11432
Enrollment
2,197
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,197
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#878 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#7 of 48
public schools
In district
#10 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School
Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School is a public high school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School serves approximately 2,197 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #878 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School show 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School is a large school: 2,197 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Score Breakdown
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Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School — Students at Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School score 94% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NY 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: 9.3/10.
How Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School Compares
See how Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High 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
165-65 84TH AVE, Jamaica, NY 11432
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL-QUEENS (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HIGH SCHOOL FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP (rated 8.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HILLSIDE ARTS & LETTERS ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11432 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,395
Median Home Value
$826,100
Median Rent
$1,841/mo
Population
63,730
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
37%
Avg Commute
43.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
39.6
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| ART AND DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.8 |
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| JOHN ADAMS HIGH SCHOOL Ozone Park, NY | 7.8 |
| NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 7.8 |
| BEACON HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School
What grades does Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School serve?
Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School?
Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,197 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School is 16.9:1. 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 Career and Technical Education High School rank in NY?
Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School ranks #878 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Career and Technical Education High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School has 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School a charter school?
No, Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School a Title I school?
No, Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High School?
75.4% of students at Thomas a Edison Career and Technical Education High 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,197
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 130
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.4%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (718) 297-6580
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #10 of 50
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