Needs Improvement
#2778 of 2,846 schools in PA
Edison EL Sch
Elementary School · Erie City SD
1921 E Lake Rd, Erie, PA 16511
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,778 of 2,846
In Erie
#32 of 34
public schools
In district
#13 of 15
Erie City SD
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Edison EL Sch
Elementary School in Erie · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Edison EL Sch
Edison EL Sch is a public elementary school in Erie, PA, part of Erie City SD. Edison EL Sch serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,778 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Edison EL Sch show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.6
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Edison EL Sch 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 EL Sch — Students at Edison EL Sch score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.3/10.
How Edison EL Sch Compares
See how Edison EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1921 E Lake Rd, Erie, PA 16511
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edison EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belle Valley El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rolling Ridge El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JAMES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Erie, see our Erie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Benjamin Wiley Community CS Erie | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| East MS Erie | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Diehl Sch Erie | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY Erie | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| DR GERTRUDE A BARBER CENTER, INC Erie | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| McKinley El Sch Erie | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| JoAnna Connell Sch Erie | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Woodrow Wilson MS Erie | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Iroquois El Sch Erie | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Lincoln El Sch Erie | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Iroquois JSHS Erie | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Pfeiffer-Burleigh Sch Erie | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| ST LUKE SCHOOL Erie | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| MERCYHURST PREPARATORY SCHOOL Erie | 3.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Perseus House CS of Excellence Erie | 2.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Northwest PA Collegiate Academy Erie | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Jefferson El Sch Erie | 3.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Rolling Ridge El Sch Erie | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Belle Valley El Sch Erie | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| LUTHER MEMORIAL ACADEMY Erie | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16511 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,644
Median Home Value
$162,100
Median Rent
$871/mo
Population
11,709
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
38
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| Aliquippa El Sch Aliquippa, PA | 2.8 |
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| Franklin S Edmonds Sch Philadelphia, PA | 2.8 |
| Washington El Sch Allentown, PA | 2.8 |
| Propel CS-Northside Pittsburgh, PA | 2.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edison EL Sch
What grades does Edison EL Sch serve?
Edison EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Edison EL Sch?
Edison EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edison EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Edison EL Sch is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edison EL Sch rank in PA?
Edison EL Sch ranks #2,778 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Edison EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Edison EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Edison EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edison EL Sch has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Edison EL Sch a charter school?
No, Edison EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edison EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Edison EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edison EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Edison EL Sch 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 428
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (814) 874-6470
Resources & Links
District
Erie City SD- District Enrollment
- 10,493
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,142
- District Rank
- #13 of 15
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