Edison Elementary School serves 683 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edison Elementary School's student population of 683 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Edison Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
63%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
26%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Edison Elementary School?
683 students attend Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Edison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edison Elementary School?
Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edison Elementary School offer ?
Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Edison Elementary School part of?
Edison Elementary School is part of Gainesville Independent School District.
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