Serving 551 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Edison Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Edison Middle School's student population of 551 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edison Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1725 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
52%
15%
Black
25%
14%
White
13%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
South Bend Community School Corp School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Middle School's ranking?
Edison Middle School is ranked #1725 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Edison Middle School often compared to?
Edison Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dickinson Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Edison Middle School?
551 students attend Edison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Edison Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edison Middle School?
Edison Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Edison Middle School offer ?
Edison Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edison Middle School part of?
Edison Middle School is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Edison Middle School located?
Edison Middle School is located in the Edison Park neighborhood of South Bend, IN.
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