Edison High School is a public high school located in Huntington Beach, California which first began operation in 1969. It is a part of the Huntington Beach Union High School District. Edison is a California Distinguished School. The graduation rate at Edison is 96.5%.
Serving 2,049 students in grades 9-12, Edison High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,049 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Edison High School's student population of 2,049 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,049 students
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Motto
Proud to be a Charger
School Rankings
Edison High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1620 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
58%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Charger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison High School's ranking?
Edison High School is ranked #1620 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Edison High School often compared to?
Edison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntington Beach High School, Marina High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edison High School?
The graduation rate of Edison High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Edison High School?
2,049 students attend Edison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Edison High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison High School?
Edison High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Edison High School offer ?
Edison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Edison High School part of?
Edison High School is part of Huntington Beach Union High School District.
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