Serving 2,280 students in grades 9-12, Edison High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Edison High School's student population of 2,280 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 161 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
161 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edison High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1230 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
37%
10%
Hispanic
27%
33%
Black
15%
15%
White
19%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison High School's ranking?
Edison High School is ranked #1230 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Edison High School often compared to?
Edison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John P. Stevens High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edison High School?
The graduation rate of Edison High School is 81%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Edison High School?
2,280 students attend Edison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Edison High School students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edison High School?
Edison High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Edison High School offer ?
Edison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Edison High School part of?
Edison High School is part of Edison Township School District.
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