THOMAS A EDISON CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL

www.thomasedisonhs.org

2,146 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical High School, located in Jamaica, Queens, is one of New York City’s premier institutions for career-focused education. Serving a diverse student body, the school integrates a rigorous academic curriculum with specialized vocational training, preparing students for both post-secondary education and immediate entry into high-demand industries. The school is well-regarded for its hands-on approach, providing students with the technical skills and industry-standard certifications necessary to compete in a modern, technology-driven workforce.

The school offers a comprehensive array of Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, ranging from automotive technology and construction trades to computer science, graphic design, and health professions. Beyond the classroom, Thomas A. Edison emphasizes professional development, offering students opportunities for internships, partnerships with local businesses, and extracurricular activities that foster leadership and community engagement. By bridging the gap between traditional academics and real-world application, the school aims to empower its students to become successful, contributing members of their professional fields and their communities.

2,146

Total Students

139.0

Full-Time Teachers

15.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

77.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for THOMAS A EDISON CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	68
Hispanic	561
Black	356
Asian	982
Two or More	36
American Indian	113
Pacific Islander	30

Asian
982 (45.8%)
Hispanic
561 (26.1%)
Black
356 (16.6%)
American Indian
113 (5.3%)
White
68 (3.2%)
Two or More
36 (1.7%)
Pacific Islander
30 (1.4%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Career and Technical School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Phone:	(718)297-6580
Website:	http://www.thomasedisonhs.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,146
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	139.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,543
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	125

* 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

Grade 9 501

Grade 10 582

Grade 11 557

Grade 12 478

Ungraded 28