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Thomas A. Edison High School

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Thomas A. Edison High School is located at 2083 College Avenue Elmira Heights, NY. This High school takes care of the educational needs for the tiny Elmira Heights and accepts students for grades 9th thought 12th. Thomas A. Edison High School offers a balance of academics, curricular and extra-curricular opportunities that will allow each to develop his or her full potential. The endeavor is to accomplish all of this within a safe, secure, compassionate and caring environment. We also support an atmosphere that fosters innovation, responsibility and growth.

Wonderful programs are provided at Thomas A. Edison High School, such as music programs, athletic program, the library and technology resources, and the continued focus on improving academic performance for all students. Academics are primary to a student's future success, but it is essential that a student also participate in the school community as well. The development of reading is key to improving the quality of ALL work that students do daily in school, and is vital to their future in college, work, and life.

The journey is not complete until we have 100% of our students meeting proficiency. To assist our highest needs students, we provide Academic Intervention Services (AIS). This class is focused on developing skills and content that needs to be reinforced. They continually look forward to developing student achievement further.


Thomas A. Edison High School

Overview

Thomas A. Edison High School

Elmira Heights Central School District

2083 College Ave
Elmira Heights, NY 14903

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Urban Fringe of a Mid-Size City (Suburb: Small)

607-733-5604 (Phone)

607-737-7976 (Fax)

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Serving Grades: 9-12

Principal: Al Turshman

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Student Enrollment Information

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100839372

Additional Student Information

Total Students
348
Attendance Rate
97%
Suspensions
61
Year Statistics Were Compiled
2005
Student / Teacher Ratio
13.9
Free Lunch
91
Reduced Lunch
38
Student Ethnicities

Student Gender

Staff Information

Full Time Principals
1
Full Time Assistant Principals
0
Other Full Time Professional Staff
1
Full Time Teachers
25
Part Time Principals
0
Part Time Assistant Principals
0
Part Time Teachers
0
Other Part Time Professional Staff
0

Adequate Yearly Progress Decisions

Sub-Group Names
Satisfactory
School Year
Subject:High School English Language Arts
All Students
Yes
2006
White
Yes
2006
Subject:High School Graduation Rate
All Students
Yes
2006
White
Yes
2006
Subject:High School Math
All Students
Yes
2006
White
Yes
2006

Regents Results

Subject
Year
# Tested
Percent Passing
 
Earth Science
2006
76
 
61.8%
English
2006
86
 
83.7%
French
2006
22
 
95.5%
Global Hist & Geography
2006
94
 
50.0%
Living Environment
2006
81
 
92.6%
Math A
2006
104
 
84.6%
Math B
2006
55
 
83.6%
Chemistry
2006
43
 
79.1%
Physics
2006
17
 
94.1%
Spanish
2006
20
 
100.0%
US History and Govt
2006
90
 
88.9%

Graduation Information

Group
High School Graduate
Regents Diplomas
Advanced Regents Diplomas
IEP / Local Certificates
Year
All Students
66
51 (77%)
35 (53%)
2
2006
General Education
62
50 (80%)
35 (56%)
0
2006
Students With Disabilities
4
1 (25%)
0 (0%)
2
2006
All Students
90
63 (7%)
35 (38%)
4
2005
General Education
82
61 (74%)
35 (42%)
0
2005
Students With Disabilities
8
2 (25%)
0 (0%)
4
2005
All Students
67
38 (56%)
0 (0%)
5
2004
General Education
62
36 (58%)
0 (0%)
0
2004
Students With Disabilities
5
2 (4%)
0 (0%)
5
2004
Number of high school students planning to attend 4 year colleges In New York State14 (21%)
Number of high school students planning to attend 4 year colleges Outside of New York State4 (06%)
Number of high school students planning to attend 2 year colleges In New York State32 (48%)
Number of high school students planning to attend 2 year colleges Outside of New York State3 (04%)
Number of high school students planning to attend Post Secondary institutions In New York State1 (01%)
Number of high school students planning to attend Post Secondary institutions Outside of New York State2 (03%)
Number of high school graduates who plan to enroll in the Military0 (0%)
Number of high school graduates who plan to pursue employment7 (0%)
Number of high school graduates with disabilities who plan to attend vocational rehabilitation programs.0 (0%)
Number of high school graduates with a known plan not specified above.1 (01%)
Number of high school graduates whose plans do not fit the above categories or are unknown.2 (03%)

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Thomas A. Edison High School - Elmira Heights, NY