THOMAS A EDISON SCHOOL

PORT CHESTER-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

www.portchesterschools.org

356 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Thomas A. Edison School is a public elementary school located in Port Chester, New York, serving students within the Port Chester-Rye Union Free School District. Situated on Rectory Street, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, focusing on providing a foundational education that emphasizes core academic skills, social-emotional development, and inclusivity. As part of a diverse school district, the institution is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that prepares its young students for future academic success.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Port Chester School District, which prioritizes equity, rigorous instruction, and the cultivation of lifelong learners. By leveraging resources available through the district’s website, families can access information regarding curriculum standards, school calendars, and extracurricular opportunities. Thomas A. Edison School works closely with parents and community stakeholders to ensure that students receive a well-rounded education that addresses their individual needs while promoting a culture of academic excellence and mutual respect.

356

Total Students

24.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

69.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for THOMAS A EDISON SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	23
Hispanic	322
Black	6
Asian	3
Two or More	2

Hispanic
322 (90.4%)
White
23 (6.5%)
Black
6 (1.7%)
Asian
3 (0.8%)
Two or More
2 (0.6%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	PORT CHESTER-RYE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone:	(914)934-7980
Website:	http://www.portchesterschools.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	356
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	24.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	226
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	23

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 47

Grade 1 56

Grade 2 67

Grade 3 50

Grade 4 66

Grade 5 58

Ungraded 12