Serving 311 students in grades 9-12, Thomas A Edison High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas A Edison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Thomas A Edison High School's student population of 311 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Thomas A Edison High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)85-89%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
82%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Thomas A Edison High School often compared to?
Thomas A Edison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cohen Middle School, Elmira High School, Horseheads Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thomas A Edison High School?
The graduation rate of Thomas A Edison High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Thomas A Edison High School?
311 students attend Thomas A Edison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Thomas A Edison High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas A Edison High School?
Thomas A Edison High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas A Edison High School offer ?
Thomas A Edison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas A Edison High School part of?
Thomas A Edison High School is part of Elmira Heights Central School District.
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