Thomas A Edison Elementary School

Summary:

Thomas A Edison Elementary School is a public elementary school in Westland, Michigan, serving students from kindergarten to 5th grade as part of the Wayne-Westland Community School District. The school faces significant challenges, with a diverse student population, low academic performance, high chronic absenteeism, and a majority of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds.

Compared to nearby schools, Thomas A Edison Elementary has a higher percentage of African American students (49.66%) and a lower percentage of White students (42.3%). Academically, the school's M-Step test scores are significantly lower than state and district averages across all grade levels and subject areas, with only 13.4% of 3rd-grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 39.6%. The school has also experienced a concerning increase in chronic absenteeism, rising from 9.9% in 2020-2021 to 55.3% in 2022-2023, which is much higher than the state average.

The data suggests that Thomas A Edison Elementary School has consistently ranked in the bottom quartile of Michigan elementary schools, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past several years. This indicates that the school has struggled to improve student outcomes over an extended period, and the achievement gaps between different student subgroups, such as African American and White students, as well as between low-income and higher-income students, have persisted or even widened over time. Addressing the unique challenges faced by this school will require a comprehensive, data-driven approach to improve educational outcomes for the students.


Detail:

Public K-5

 34505 Hunter Ave
       Westland, MI  48185-2774


(734) 419-2600

District: Wayne-Westland Community School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
1276th of 1,486 Michigan Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $21,333 Help


Students who attend Thomas A Edison Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Adlai Stevenson Middle School
High:    John Glenn High School

Student/teacher ratio:  17.2 Help
Number of students:  446

Racial breakdown:

African American:
46.9%
White:
43.9%
Hispanic:
4.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  68.2% Help


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Compare Details Thomas A Edison Elementary School ranks worse than 85.9% of elementary schools in Michigan. It also ranks 6th among 10 ranked elementary schools in the Wayne-Westland Community School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 13.38. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: African American (46.9%), White (43.9%), Hispanic (4.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 68.2% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Thomas A Edison Elementary School is 17.2, which is the highest among 10 elementary schools in the Wayne-Westland Community School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Thomas A Edison Elementary School is $21,333. 8 elementary schools in the Wayne-Westland Community School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Thomas A Edison Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Thomas A Edison Elementary School 1276th of 1486 Michigan public elementary schools. (See Thomas A Edison Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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Wayne-Westland Community School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Wayne-Westland Community School District 546th of 610 Michigan school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Thomas A Edison Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Thomas A Edison Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 59.60 740th 1545 52.1%
2007 60.54 733rd 1565 53.2%
2008 72.97 396th 1577 74.9%
2009 63.91 697th 1589 56.1%
2010 64.74 694th 1552 55.3%
2011 42.42 1142nd 1552 26.4%
2012 57.64 679th 1566 56.6%
2013 34.76 1116th 1563 28.6%
2014 22.36 1254th 1533 18.2%
2015 28.80 1176th 1580 25.6%
2016 26.00 1164th 1548 24.8%
2017 17.13 1210th 1466 17.5%
2018 18.02 1241st 1448 14.3%
2019 17.13 1173rd 1408 16.7%
2021 15.46 1011th 1153 12.3%
2022 15.74 1139th 1344 15.3%
2023 17.17 1205th 1470 18.0%
2024 13.38 1276th 1486 14.1%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Thomas A Edison Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 20.58 1181st 1397 15.5%
2019 16.29 1007th 1134 11.2%
2021 18.03 675th 749 9.9%
2022 17.79 949th 1099 13.6%
2023 17.43 1138th 1350 15.7%
2024 14.88 1231st 1381 10.9%
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Rank History for Female students at Thomas A Edison Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 18.03 1222nd 1443 15.3%
2019 11.25 1091st 1171 6.8%
2022 14.01 1003rd 1106 9.3%
2023 13.45 1174th 1321 11.1%
2024 8.13 1271st 1342 5.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Thomas A Edison Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 17.48 1218th 1446 15.8%
2019 14.78 1059th 1196 11.5%
2021 11.93 864th 915 5.6%
2022 13.37 1024th 1139 10.1%
2023 15.34 1138th 1334 14.7%
2024 14.95 1172nd 1347 13.0%
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Rank History for African American students at Thomas A Edison Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 37.10 285th 475 40.0%
2019 26.27 158th 212 25.5%
2022 28.72 110th 158 30.4%
2023 22.18 267th 321 16.8%
2024 25.34 266th 348 23.6%
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Rank History for White students at Thomas A Edison Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 15.97 1126th 1253 10.1%
2019 20.58 951st 1128 15.7%
2021 16.21 900th 1005 10.4%
2022 23.22 887th 1102 19.5%
2023 25.60 929th 1198 22.5%
2024 13.88 1084th 1204 10.0%
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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Michigan Department of Education

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by a parent
Monday, June 11, 2018

Open Quote OUTSTANDING!!!! I couldn’t have hand picked a better school for my son. Thank You Pricipal Swanson, Teachers and staff that have helped educate and provide a safe, happy and healthy environment for my son:) Close Quote



Enrollment information for Thomas A Edison Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 469 8 17 7 3 n/a n/a 0 504
1989 435 12 13 7 2 n/a n/a 0 469
1990 435 7 17 5 0 n/a n/a 0 464
1991 452 10 11 1 2 n/a n/a 0 476
1992 427 12 10 4 4 n/a n/a 0 457
1993 418 18 8 4 0 n/a n/a 0 448
1994 423 19 10 6 0 n/a n/a 0 458
1995 355 18 10 12 3 n/a n/a 0 398
1996 355 18 10 12 3 n/a n/a 0 398
1997 368 25 2 11 3 n/a n/a 0 409
1998 358 33 6 8 5 n/a n/a 0 410
1999 388 42 10 6 4 n/a n/a 0 450
2000 387 53 11 11 3 n/a n/a 0 465
2001 378 54 15 6 3 n/a n/a 0 456
2002 318 40 14 14 7 n/a n/a 0 393
2003 318 40 14 14 7 n/a n/a 0 393
2004 294 52 9 12 9 n/a n/a 0 376
2005 286 45 8 12 7 n/a n/a 0 358
2006 281 57 5 13 5 n/a n/a 0 361
2007 277 74 1 13 1 n/a n/a 0 366
2008 265 57 3 15 1 n/a n/a 1 342
2009 280 65 3 15 1 n/a n/a 2 366
2010 271 82 5 8 0 n/a n/a 0 366
2011 260 161 2 18 0 1 8 0 450
2012 235 170 6 19 0 1 7 0 438
2013 219 173 5 20 0 0 16 0 433
2014 223 185 6 22 1 0 20 0 457
2015 212 177 6 26 2 0 26 0 449
2016 230 190 8 27 2 0 21 0 478
2017 208 197 9 26 2 0 20 0 462
2018 195 201 7 21 2 2 14 0 442
2019 185 196 10 21 2 1 12 0 427
2020 210 224 3 32 2 0 13 0 484
2021 189 195 5 28 1 0 10 0 428
2022 194 210 8 27 2 0 8 0 449
2023 184 216 3 21 2 0 9 0 435
2024 196 209 7 20 3 0 11 0 446

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Thomas A Edison Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 504 n/a n/a n/a
1989 469 n/a n/a 5.1
1990 464 27.0 17.1 3.9
1991 476 n/a n/a n/a
1992 457 n/a n/a 10.3
1993 448 n/a 0.0 11.2
1994 458 20.0 22.9 8.3
1995 398 16.2 24.6 12.3
1996 398 16.2 24.6 12.3
1997 409 16.0 25.6 9.8
1998 410 17.0 24.1 11.5
1999 450 18.0 25.0 11.6
2000 465 18.7 24.9 18.5
2001 456 20.1 22.7 21.9
2002 393 21.0 18.7 28
2003 393 21.0 18.7 28
2004 376 19.4 19.4 26.3
2005 358 17.1 20.9 28.5
2006 361 15.0 24.1 35.7
2007 366 15.9 23.0 38.8
2008 342 17.1 20.0 42.5
2009 366 16.5 22.2 47
2010 366 16.5 22.1 48.4
2011 450 21.0 21.4 62.2
2012 438 21.9 20.0 66.7
2013 433 20.4 21.2 63.7
2014 457 20.4 22.4 67
2015 449 23.0 19.5 65.5
2016 478 23.0 20.7 69.2
2017 462 24.0 19.2 63
2018 442 21.2 20.8 58.6
2019 427 21.7 19.6 60
2020 484 24.0 20.1 67.6
2021 428 23.5 18.2 66.8
2022 449 22.4 20.0 62.8
2023 435 25.7 16.9 67.1
2024 446 25.9 17.2 68.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Thomas A Edison Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 504 n/a n/a n/a
1989 469 n/a n/a 5.1
1990 464 27.0 17.1 3.9
1991 476 n/a n/a n/a
1992 457 n/a n/a 10.3
1993 448 n/a 0.0 11.2
1994 458 20.0 22.9 8.3
1995 398 16.2 24.6 12.3
1996 398 16.2 24.6 12.3
1997 409 16.0 25.6 9.8
1998 410 17.0 24.1 11.5
1999 450 18.0 25.0 11.6
2000 465 18.7 24.9 18.5
2001 456 20.1 22.7 21.9
2002 393 21.0 18.7 28
2003 393 21.0 18.7 28
2004 376 19.4 19.4 26.3
2005 358 17.1 20.9 28.5
2006 361 15.0 24.1 35.7
2007 366 15.9 23.0 38.8
2008 342 17.1 20.0 42.5
2009 366 16.5 22.2 47
2010 366 16.5 22.1 48.4
2011 450 21.0 21.4 62.2
2012 438 21.9 20.0 66.7
2013 433 20.4 21.2 63.7
2014 457 20.4 22.4 67
2015 449 23.0 19.5 65.5
2016 478 23.0 20.7 69.2
2017 462 24.0 19.2 63
2018 442 21.2 20.8 58.6
2019 427 21.7 19.6 60
2020 484 24.0 20.1 67.6
2021 428 23.5 18.2 66.8
2022 449 22.4 20.0 62.8
2023 435 25.7 16.9 67.1
2024 446 25.9 17.2 68.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Thomas A Edison Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,111 (9.6%) $10,418 (90.4%) $11,528
2020 $1,218 (9.6%) $11,456 (90.4%) $12,675
2021 $2,177 (14.3%) $13,041 (85.7%) $15,218
2022 $1,693 (11.1%) $13,510 (88.9%) $15,204
2023 $3,077 (14.4%) $18,256 (85.6%) $21,333

Data source: Michigan Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Thomas A Edison Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1173rd of 1408 Elementary schoolsRanks 1205th of 1470 Elementary schools
 1.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Thomas A Edison Elementary School)27.521.7
 5.8%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Wayne-Westland Community School District)26.222.5
 3.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)45.140.9
 4.2%
3rd Grade Math (Thomas A Edison Elementary School)31.917.1
 14.8%
   3rd Grade Math (Wayne-Westland Community School District)28.520.8
 7.7%
   3rd Grade Math (Michigan)46.742.9
 3.8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Thomas A Edison Elementary School)26.334.8
 8.5%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Wayne-Westland Community School District)27.922.6
 5.3%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)45.844.3
 1.5%
4th Grade Math (Thomas A Edison Elementary School)26.322.7
 3.6%
   4th Grade Math (Wayne-Westland Community School District)18.214.8
 3.4%
   4th Grade Math (Michigan)41.838.6
 3.2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students427435
 1.9%
African American196216
 10.2%
American Indian22
Asian103
 70%
Hispanic2121
Pacific Islander10
 100%
White185184
 0.5%
Two or More Races129
 25%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients60%67.1%
 7.2%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Thomas A Edison Elementary School

Thomas A Edison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 14.1% of Michigan elementary schools.

Students who attend Thomas A Edison Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Adlai Stevenson Middle School
High : John Glenn High School

In the 2023-24 school year, 446 students attended Thomas A Edison Elementary School.

Students at Thomas A Edison Elementary School are 47% African American, 44% White, 4% Hispanic, 2% Two or more races, 2% Asian.


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