Thomas A Edison School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas A Edison School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (24-25)
439 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
'Inspiring Every Child to Achieve'
School Rankings
Thomas A Edison School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#1520 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(24-25)2%
5%
Asian
(24-25)9%
3%
Hispanic
(24-25)71%
49%
Black
(24-25)14%
6%
White
(24-25)3%
33%
Hawaiian
(24-25)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(24-25)1%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (24-25)
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (24-25)
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Phoenix Elementary District (4256)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas A Edison School's ranking?
Thomas A Edison School is ranked #1520 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Thomas A Edison School often compared to?
Thomas A Edison Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul Dunbar Lawrence School, Whittier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Thomas A Edison School?
439 students attend Thomas A Edison School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Thomas A Edison School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Thomas A Edison School offer ?
Thomas A Edison School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas A Edison School part of?
Thomas A Edison School is part of Phoenix Elementary District (4256).
In what neighborhood is Thomas A Edison School located?
Thomas A Edison School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Central City.
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