Serving 1,233 students in grades 9-12, Edison Career And Technology High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 59% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison Career And Technology High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Edison Career And Technology High School's student population of 1,233 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 155 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
155 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edison Career And Technology High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Career And Technology High School is 0.57, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3175 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
37%
29%
Black
54%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
59%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Career And Technology High School's ranking?
Edison Career And Technology High School is ranked #3175 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edison Career And Technology High School?
The graduation rate of Edison Career And Technology High School is 59%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Edison Career And Technology High School?
1,233 students attend Edison Career And Technology High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Edison Career And Technology High School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edison Career And Technology High School?
Edison Career And Technology High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Edison Career And Technology High School offer ?
Edison Career And Technology High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Edison Career And Technology High School part of?
Edison Career And Technology High School is part of Rochester City School District.
In what neighborhood is Edison Career And Technology High School located?
Edison Career And Technology High School is located in the Lyell Otis neighborhood of Rochester, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Lyell Otis.
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