Serving 557 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Thomas Edison Charter Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Edison Charter Academy's student population of 557 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas Edison Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Edison Charter Academy is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7207 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Edison Charter Academy's ranking?
Thomas Edison Charter Academy is ranked #7207 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Edison Charter Academy?
557 students attend Thomas Edison Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Thomas Edison Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Edison Charter Academy?
Thomas Edison Charter Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thomas Edison Charter Academy offer ?
Thomas Edison Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Thomas Edison Charter Academy part of?
Thomas Edison Charter Academy is part of Thomas Edison Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Edison Charter Academy located?
Thomas Edison Charter Academy is located in the Dolores Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Dolores Heights.
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