Thomas Edison High School of Technology is a public vocational/technical high school located in Wheaton, an unincorporated section of Montgomery County, Maryland. It is located next to Wheaton High School. Edison is a member of the Downcounty Consortium.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students (11-12)
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1981
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(11-12)n/a
n/a
Asian
(11-12)n/a
7%
Hispanic
(11-12)100%
12%
Black
(11-12)n/a
35%
White
(11-12)n/a
42%
Hawaiian
(11-12)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(11-12)n/a
4%
Graduation Rate
(11-12)<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Thomas Edison High School Of Technology often compared to?
Thomas Edison High School Of Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Frederick County Career & Technology Center by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Thomas Edison High School Of Technology?
The graduation rate of Thomas Edison High School Of Technology is 50%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 84%.
How many students attend Thomas Edison High School Of Technology?
20 students attend Thomas Edison High School Of Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Thomas Edison High School Of Technology students are Hispanic.
What grades does Thomas Edison High School Of Technology offer ?
Thomas Edison High School Of Technology offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas Edison High School Of Technology part of?
Thomas Edison High School Of Technology is part of Montgomery County Public Schools.
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