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Edison Elementary

Elementary School · Appleton Area School District

412 N Meade St, Appleton, WI 54911

Enrollment

252

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,085 of 2,105

In Appleton

#17 of 38

public schools

In district

#15 of 36

Appleton Area School District

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Edison Elementary

6.4/10

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

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About Edison Elementary

Edison Elementary is a public elementary school in Appleton, WI, part of Appleton Area School District. Edison Elementary serves approximately 252 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Edison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,085 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Edison Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.1% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-11.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.1 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,085
Chronic Absenteeism14.7%

Edison Elementary — Students at Edison Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 42.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
34.9%
2025
Math
42.5%
ELA
46.1%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Edison Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
49th percentile in WI
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

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

412 N Meade St, Appleton, WI 54911

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edison Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-MCD CAMPUS (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Appleton Bilingual School (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Huntley Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Appleton, see our Appleton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Appleton 0.4 mi 6.2
Appleview Appleton 0.5 mi
Valley New School Appleton 0.6 mi 3.8
Appleton Bilingual School Appleton 0.6 mi 7.5
Kaleidoscope Academy Appleton 0.8 mi 4.6
Columbus Elementary Appleton 0.7 mi 4.8
Richmond Elementary Appleton 0.9 mi 6.2
ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-MCD CAMPUS Appleton 1.0 mi 7.7
Appleton Cooperative Educational Center Appleton 0.9 mi
Franklin Elementary Appleton 1.3 mi 5.6
RIVERVIEW LUTHERAN SCHOOL Appleton 1.3 mi 5.9
Huntley Elementary Appleton 1.4 mi 7.2
Madison Middle Appleton 1.5 mi 5.3
ST FRANCIS XAVIER MIDDLE SCHOOL Appleton 1.5 mi 7.8
Appleton Community 4K Appleton 1.6 mi 3.7
Stephen Foster Elementary Charter Appleton 1.6 mi 7.2
ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL- MARQUETTE Appleton 1.5 mi 5.9
MOUNT OLIVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Appleton 1.8 mi 5.9
McKinley Elementary Appleton 1.8 mi 6.6
East High Appleton 1.6 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54911 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,747

Median Home Value

$199,100

Median Rent

$1,010/mo

Population

25,598

College Educated

35%

Homeownership

59.5%

Avg Commute

17.5 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

36.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CITY SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI 6.4
Eagle Elementary Eagle, WI 6.4
Lowell International Elementary Milwaukee, WI 6.4
MT LEBANON LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI 6.4
PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wauwatosa, WI 6.4
Port Edwards Ed Heuer Elementary School Port Edwards, WI 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edison Elementary

What grades does Edison Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Edison Elementary?

Edison Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 252 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edison Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Edison Elementary is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edison Elementary rank in WI?

Edison Elementary ranks #1,085 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Edison Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Edison Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edison Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Edison Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Edison Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

51.2% of students at Edison Elementary 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Outagamie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

District

Appleton Area School District
District Enrollment
15,230
Schools in District
38
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,085
District Rank
#15 of 36

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