Summary:
The Thomas Edison Charter Academy District in San Francisco contains a single, large K-8 school, Thomas Edison Charter Academy, serving 574 students with significant economic need, where over 70% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch.
While the school's overall test scores are below state averages, it shows clear positive momentum, having improved its statewide ranking percentile each of the last three years. A notable strength is in 8th-grade mathematics, where students outperform the California state average, suggesting effective instruction for older students. However, a major challenge is chronic absenteeism, with a rate significantly higher than the state average, which is a key area for improvement as attendance is closely linked to academic success.
For parents, this school serves a wide grade range and demonstrates resilience and a trajectory of improvement despite its challenges. The data indicates variability in performance across different grades, meaning some grade levels are stronger than others. The school's upward trend and specific grade-level successes, particularly in middle school math, are positive signs for a community working to support its high-needs student population.
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