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Thomas Edison Elementary School

435 South Pacific Ave.
Glendale, CA 91204
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 862 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Thomas Edison Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 862 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 59%
  • : Top 20% in CA
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • : 64% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Thomas Edison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Thomas Edison Elementary School's student population of 862 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
862 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Thomas Edison Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Edison Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#1505 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
57%
33%
64%
47%
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
44%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thomas Edison Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Edison Elementary School is ranked #1505 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Thomas Edison Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas Edison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Muir Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Edison Elementary School?
862 students attend Thomas Edison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Thomas Edison Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Edison Elementary School?
Thomas Edison Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thomas Edison Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Edison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Thomas Edison Elementary School part of?
Thomas Edison Elementary School is part of Glendale Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Edison Elementary School located?
Thomas Edison Elementary School is located in the Pacific Edison neighborhood of Glendale, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pacific Edison.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 862 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 59%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • : 64% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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