Serving 253 students in grades 9-12, Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center's student population of 253 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1928
School Mascot
Titans
School Rankings
Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1802 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
37%
Black
66%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center's ranking?
Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center is ranked #1802 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center?
The graduation rate of Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center is 90-94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center?
253 students attend Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center?
Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center offer ?
Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center part of?
Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center is part of Miami-Dade School District.
In what neighborhood is Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center located?
Itechthomas A Edison Educational Center is located in the Little Haiti neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Little Haiti.
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