Serving 265 students in grades 9-12, Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center's student population of 265 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1835 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
36%
37%
Black
62%
21%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center's ranking?
Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center is ranked #1835 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center?
The graduation rate of Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center?
265 students attend Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center?
Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center offer ?
Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center part of?
Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center located?
Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center is located in the Little Haiti neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Little Haiti.
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