Edison Middle, Houston TX - Test Scores & Data

Original Research by School Decision on Edison Middle

Edison Middle is a small-to-midsize middle school serving a highly concentrated student population in Houston. Nearly all students are Hispanic, and a very substantial share qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting a low-income neighborhood served by the school. The school is part of Houston ISD, which operates under state takeover through an appointed board; families moving in have no elected local representation.

On state assessments, Edison's proficiency varies considerably by grade level and subject. In mathematics, sixth graders show moderate proficiency, seventh graders significantly lower, and eighth graders noticeably stronger. English language arts shows more consistent performance across grades, ranging from just above half of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards to about mid-level on the eighth-grade exam. Science proficiency in eighth grade falls below the ELA level. Social studies is notably weak, with only a small portion of eighth graders meeting the standard. Across all subjects, the school sits above the midpoint among Harris County districts when proficiency is averaged across tested subjects and grades, though that masks uneven performance within subjects and grades. The trend data shows that about half of all students meet or exceed the standard across all subjects taken together, with substantial shares reaching approaching level, but only a small share mastering content.

The school operates under Houston ISD's New Education System (NES) model, a standardized pedagogical approach introduced during the district's state takeover. NES schools use district-mandated curriculum, daily timed quizzes, longer school days, and scripted lessons. Libraries at NES schools have been converted to other uses, eliminating traditional library services. NES campuses receive significantly higher per-student funding than non-NES schools to support these changes. Parents moving to the area may want to look into how this instructional model aligns with their child's learning style and needs.

The district context matters for families choosing schools. Houston ISD has faced substantial enrollment losses during the state takeover period, and in February 2026 the state-appointed board voted to close or consolidate a dozen campuses. While Edison is not among those slated to close, the broader pattern of closure and reassignment reshapes the landscape. The district also rejected a major bond package in November 2024, leaving aging facility needs unaddressed. For families committed to public education in this area, these structural conditions are part of the choice environment.

Housing around the school is affordable by regional standards. The neighborhood sits in a low-income area with a median home value well below the county average and the state benchmark, and monthly mortgage costs are notably low. This makes the area accessible for families with limited budgets but also reflects the economic circumstances of the neighborhood itself.

Edison serves a community school role for its immediate area. State testing data, grade-level variation in proficiency, and the pedagogical shift to NES are the primary academic factors families would evaluate.

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Academic performance

How students perform on state tests, by grade, set against the district.

Math

Grade 646%

School 46% · District 39% · ▲ 7 pts above district

▲ 12 pts above state median · ▲ 13 pts above county median

Grade 735%

School 35% · District 35%

▲ 8 pts above state median · ▲ 8 pts above county median

Grade 864%

School 64% · District 43% · ▲ 21 pts above district

▲ 22 pts above state median · ▲ 21 pts above county median

English language arts

Grade 651%

School 51% · District 51%

▼ 1 pts below state median · ▲ 2 pts above county median

Grade 743%

School 43% · District 50% · ▼ 7 pts below district

▼ 6 pts below state median · ▼ 5 pts below county median

Grade 854%

School 54% · District 53% · ▲ 1 pts above district

▼ 1 pts below state median · even with county median

Science

Grade 840%

School 40% · District 42% · ▼ 2 pts below district

▼ 2 pts below state median · ▼ 3 pts below county median

Social studies

Grade 814%

School 14% · District 25% · ▼ 11 pts below district

▼ 10 pts below state median · ▼ 8 pts below county median

This schoolHOUSTON ISD, same grade

Graduation rate (ACGR) reflects the federally published Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate for the most recent year available. We refresh this data annually at the close of each academic year in June. The federal source publishes a banded rate (for example, "90-94%") instead of an exact number for cohorts small enough to risk identifying individual students. The state distribution chart, where shown, plots every school in the state with a published rate or band; schools whose rate is federally suppressed are excluded. Where the federal source publishes a band rather than an exact rate, the school is placed within its band using a stable, ID-derived offset, so its position is consistent across visits.