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Edison School

Elementary School · Salt Lake District

466 CHEYENNE, Salt Lake City, UT 84104

Enrollment

377

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#704 of 1,015

In Salt Lake City

#64 of 89

public schools

In district

#27 of 38

Salt Lake District

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Edison School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Salt Lake City · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.1/10

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7.7/10

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About Edison School

Edison School is a public elementary school in Salt Lake City, UT, part of Salt Lake District. Edison School serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #704 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Edison School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • UT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

43% of students at Edison School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.3% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.4% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)9% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected+13.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,819
Chronic Absenteeism43.2%

Edison School — Students at Edison School score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 9%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 29 test records from UT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2025
Math
22.3%
ELA
21.4%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Edison School Compares

See how Edison School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
31th percentile in UT
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

466 CHEYENNE, Salt Lake City, UT 84104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edison School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkview School (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wallace Stegner Academy (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dual Immersion Academy (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salt Lake City, see our Salt Lake City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Franklin School Salt Lake City 0.7 mi 5.1
Parkview School Salt Lake City 1.0 mi 7.7
Wallace Stegner Academy Salt Lake City 1.0 mi 7.6
Dual Immersion Academy Salt Lake City 1.1 mi 7.4
Backman School Salt Lake City 1.5 mi 6.2
Meadowlark School Salt Lake City 1.5 mi 5.7
Glendale Middle Salt Lake City 1.6 mi 6.2
Mountain View School Salt Lake City 1.6 mi 5.8
Mary W. Jackson School Salt Lake City 1.6 mi 3.8
Riley School Salt Lake City 1.8 mi 3.7
Escalante School Salt Lake City 2.1 mi 4.8
Rose Park School Salt Lake City 2.2 mi 5.3
Pacific Heritage Academy Salt Lake City 2.3 mi 7.1
Salt Lake Center for Science Education Salt Lake City 2.4 mi 6.9
Newman School Salt Lake City 2.5 mi 4.3
Roots Charter High School West Valley City 2.6 mi 6.9
West High Salt Lake City 2.1 mi 8.9
MISS BILLIES KIDS KAMPUS Salt Lake City 2.1 mi
Salt Lake Head Start Salt Lake City 2.6 mi 5.4
Guadalupe School Salt Lake City 2.8 mi 2.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,326

Median Home Value

$318,100

Median Rent

$1,235/mo

Population

24,057

College Educated

22.3%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.4%

Median Age

34.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edison School

What grades does Edison School serve?

Edison School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Edison School?

Edison School has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edison School?

The student-teacher ratio at Edison School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edison School rank in UT?

Edison School ranks #704 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Edison School's MySchoolScout rating?

Edison School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edison School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Edison School a charter school?

No, Edison School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Edison School a Title I school?

No, Edison School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edison School?

98.7% of students at Edison 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Salt Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.2%

District

Salt Lake District
District Enrollment
19,477
Schools in District
40
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,819
District Rank
#27 of 38

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