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Edison High School

Public | 9-12 | 1715 students

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Posted December 19, 2012

Edison is a very nice and thoughtful school to go to. They have awesome lessons and really dig deep in their lessons .I never been to a school that thought that hard about what they think,say;do. Its always a pleasure to go to that school every day and teach my beloved kids!
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted October 21, 2010

Edison High School is a fantastic IB school. The school is being renovated so there is a new look to Edison and what seens like an increase in pride. there are so many programs Edison offers after school and academic, things like the Writing Center where students can go to get help on things like there essays during lunch,and also Eagle Time were students can get help in classes they have trouble in,which is held on a certain day during the week which helps students who can't stay after school. There is so much Edison has to offer to its students and it shows with the schools progress. Go Eagles!!
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 21, 2010

This school has a great International Bachelor's program to guide children straight into the Bachelor's program of their choice.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 16, 2010

Edison is a pretty good school. The student body and faculty are very diverse. My children are Class of 2007 and Class of 2012 -- we've been at Edison for awhile! The IB program is rigorous and students are encouraged to enroll in the IB courses they will be successful in even if they do not pursue the full IB diploma. There are plenty of activities and various sports teams. Students should easily find a positive peer group to fit in with. Mr Croghan rules! Go Eagles!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 16, 2009

Edison High School offers the full International Baccalaurate program,which is the most advanced high school diploma in the US and is as well qualifying students to study in Europe.At Edison you will find a great variety of IB classes ,which allow students to be much better prepared for college or studies abroad.The IB teachers have to participate in a special training in order to qualify for the program:better teacher education equals better student success .At the student services you'll find exceptional counselors helping parents and students to understand and participate in the IB program. I am grateful for the support Edison has given to my children .I know they will be able to create their life just as they dreamed of.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 13, 2007

Edison provides strong academics and is a warm, welcoming community. My son is challenged yet well supported. He is thriving, and, bottom line, is happy. You have no idea how lucky you are to be at Edison.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 26, 2006

Edison is by far the worst school i've been to so far in all of the 3 high schools i've been to. I'm class of 2008 and i sure hope i move soon!
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 12, 2006

i would like to say that as a student of the class of 2006 that Edison has helped me out alot... I am going to be a student in the fall attending NYU, on a schlorship and athletics ..I am proud of thier accomplishments and hope that the decisons made for this school work for the best.Go Eagles!
—Submitted by a former student


Posted November 22, 2005

Edison is a fantastic school. I am a memeber of the class of 2007 there is so much you can do outside of the classroom. The teachers are very friendly and most students are able to confide with many of there teachers. Edison teachers take there jobs very serious and they find that success is mandatory and failure is not optional. Edison is just a great palce to get a great learning experience and I would recommend this school to anyone
—Submitted by a student


Posted May 25, 2005

Edison does a good job, especially working with a community that has many low-income residents and many for whom English is a second language. It's college-prep classes (IB) are excellent and it's a very diverse school.
—Submitted by a staff


Posted April 12, 2005

I wont say in detail for the sake of time. I got a couple months left until I leave this institution for some real education. I hope this was helpful to someone (because I never had the luxury of this info). Thanks for giving a place to vent my 4 years of academic oppression. Good luck to you and you children. God bless A.C.
—Submitted by A C, a student


Posted September 14, 2004

I attended Edison for 2 years & it was by far the best school I have ever attended.
—Submitted by a former student


Posted August 22, 2003

My daughter is going into her second year at Edison and she loves it there. She came from a Christian school and says for the most part Edison has a family atmosphere and is smaller in size than surrounding schools.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 13, 2003

Edison is a great school for anybody who want to great a great education. With all the wireless tecnology and laptops, to being a small school with a family atmosphere, Edison has all the private school like ways just with a better price.Edison's motto is Ging Ho, and that is what every one feels about this school. I am proud to be a graduate of that school.
—Submitted by a former student


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".
  • In 2007-2008, this school was rated "Fully Accredited".

About the tests


Virginia school accreditation ratings reflect student achievement on Standards of Learning (SOL) tests and other assessments in English, history/social science, math and science. The 2009-2010 ratings are based on passing rates on tests taken during the 2008-2009 school year or on overall achievement during the three most recent years. Schools are identified as either Fully Accredited, Accredited with Warning, Conditionally Accredited or Accreditation Denied.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 75% in 2012.

191 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
50%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
89%
Algebra II

The state average for Algebra II was 69% in 2012.

434 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
92%
Biology

The state average for Biology was 92% in 2012.

455 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
90%
Chemistry

The state average for Chemistry was 93% in 2012.

360 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
89%
Earth Science

The state average for Earth Science was 90% in 2012.

148 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
79%

2008

 
 
85%
English: Reading

The state average for English: Reading was 94% in 2012.

416 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
94%
English: Writing

The state average for English: Writing was 93% in 2012.

425 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
93%
Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 74% in 2012.

402 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
89%
Virginia and United States History

The state average for Virginia and United States History was 85% in 2012.

396 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
94%
World Geography

The state average for World Geography was 85% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a

2011

 
 
n/a

2010

 
 
n/a

2009

 
 
n/a

2008

 
 
n/a
World History I

The state average for World History I was 84% in 2012.

234 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
96%
World History II

The state average for World History II was 85% in 2012.

452 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
91%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) End-of-Course tests to assess students in reading, writing, math, science and history/social science subjects at the end of each course, regardless of the student's grade level. The SOL End-of-Course tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. High school students must pass at least six SOL End-of-Course tests to graduate. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

Algebra I

All Students50%
Female students52%
Male students49%
Black students49%
Asian students67%
Hispanic39%
White students59%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged50%
Not economically disadvantaged51%
Students with disabilities32%
Students without disabilities54%
Limited English proficient students48%
Proficient in English52%
Not migrant50%

Algebra II

All Students71%
Female students71%
Male students71%
Black students69%
Asian students88%
Hispanic57%
White students78%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged67%
Not economically disadvantaged73%
Students with disabilities26%
Students without disabilities74%
Limited English proficient students65%
Proficient in English73%
Not migrant71%

Biology

All Students91%
Female students92%
Male students90%
Black students87%
Asian students96%
Hispanic85%
White students96%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilities63%
Students without disabilities95%
Limited English proficient students84%
Proficient in English93%
Not migrant91%

Chemistry

All Students92%
Female students89%
Male students95%
Black students91%
Asian students98%
Hispanic82%
White students98%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged86%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilities73%
Students without disabilities93%
Limited English proficient students86%
Proficient in English93%
Not migrant92%

Earth Science

All Students95%
Female students93%
Male students97%
Black students93%
Asian students95%
Hispanic97%
White students95%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged90%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Students with disabilities82%
Students without disabilities98%
Limited English proficient students89%
Proficient in English97%
Not migrant95%

English: Reading

All Students95%
Female students96%
Male students94%
Black students93%
Asian students96%
Hispanic90%
White students98%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged91%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Students with disabilities81%
Students without disabilities96%
Limited English proficient students90%
Proficient in English96%
Not migrant95%

English: Writing

All Students97%
Female students98%
Male students97%
Black students97%
Asian students100%
Hispanic93%
White students100%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged98%
Students with disabilities82%
Students without disabilities99%
Limited English proficient students96%
Proficient in English98%
Not migrant97%

Geometry

All Students73%
Female students72%
Male students73%
Black students67%
Asian students85%
Hispanic63%
American Indian studentsn/a
White students81%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged63%
Not economically disadvantaged80%
Students with disabilities42%
Students without disabilities78%
Limited English proficient students66%
Proficient in English76%
Not migrant73%

Virginia and United States History

All Students93%
Female students92%
Male students94%
Black students91%
Asian students94%
Hispanic89%
White students97%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Students with disabilities71%
Students without disabilities95%
Limited English proficient students84%
Proficient in English95%
Not migrant93%

World Geography

All Studentsn/a
Female studentsn/a
Male studentsn/a
Black studentsn/a
Asian studentsn/a
Hispanicn/a
White studentsn/a
Students identified as economically disadvantagedn/a
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilitiesn/a
Limited English proficient studentsn/a
Proficient in Englishn/a
Not migrantn/a

World History I

All Students81%
Female students78%
Male students83%
Black students73%
Asian students97%
Hispanic69%
White students93%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged74%
Not economically disadvantaged87%
Students with disabilities55%
Students without disabilities87%
Limited English proficient students75%
Proficient in English84%
Not migrant81%

World History II

All Students87%
Female students84%
Male students91%
Black students85%
Asian students96%
Hispanic81%
White students91%
Students identified as economically disadvantaged78%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Students with disabilities59%
Students without disabilities90%
Limited English proficient students83%
Proficient in English89%
Not migrant87%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Virginia used the Standards of Learning (SOL) End-of-Course tests to assess students in reading, writing, math, science and history/social science subjects at the end of each course, regardless of the student's grade level. The SOL End-of-Course tests are standards-based, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Virginia. High school students must pass at least six SOL End-of-Course tests to graduate. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Virginia Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Virginia's state standards

Source: Virginia Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 36% 57%
Hispanic 28% 9%
Black 22% 26%
Asian/Pacific Islander 14% 6%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 30%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 18N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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5801 Franconia Rd
Alexandria, VA 22310
Phone: (703) 924-8000

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