Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edison Environmental Science Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison Environmental Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Edison Environmental Science Academy's student population of 287 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edison Environmental Science Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison Environmental Science Academy is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2976 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
66%
18%
White
13%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison Environmental Science Academy's ranking?
Edison Environmental Science Academy is ranked #2976 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Edison Environmental Science Academy often compared to?
Edison Environmental Science Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln International Studies School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Edison Environmental Science Academy?
287 students attend Edison Environmental Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Edison Environmental Science Academy students are Black, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edison Environmental Science Academy?
Edison Environmental Science Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edison Environmental Science Academy offer ?
Edison Environmental Science Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Edison Environmental Science Academy part of?
Edison Environmental Science Academy is part of Kalamazoo School District.
In what neighborhood is Edison Environmental Science Academy located?
Edison Environmental Science Academy is located in the South Westnedge neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in South Westnedge.
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