Thomas A. Edison High School is a public high school in the San Antonio Independent School District serving the Monte Vista Historic District of San Antonio, Texas. During 2022–2023, Edison High School had an enrollment of 1,329 students and a student to teacher ratio of 13.93.
Serving 1,373 students in grades 9-12, Edison High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edison High School's student population of 1,373 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
1929
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Edison High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edison High School is 0.08, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#7940 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison High School's ranking?
Edison High School is ranked #7940 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Edison High School often compared to?
Edison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brackenridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edison High School?
The graduation rate of Edison High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Edison High School?
1,373 students attend Edison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Edison High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edison High School?
Edison High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
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 San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Edison High School located?
Edison High School is located in the North Central neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in North Central.
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