Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8

816 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Thomas Edison Language Institute (TELI) is a specialized K-8 school located in the Arden-Arcade area of Sacramento, operating within the San Juan Unified School District. The school is best known for its robust Spanish-English dual-language immersion program. This curriculum is designed to help students achieve high levels of biliteracy and biculturalism, with students receiving instruction in both languages throughout their elementary and middle school years. The school’s mission focuses on preparing students for a global society by fostering academic excellence alongside proficiency in two languages.

In addition to its language immersion focus, Thomas Edison provides a comprehensive educational experience that includes standard core subjects, enrichment opportunities, and a community-centered environment. The school emphasizes character development and cultural awareness, aiming to bridge the gap between different linguistic groups. By integrating language learning with a rigorous academic program, TELI seeks to prepare its graduates for success in high-level secondary education and beyond, making it a popular choice for families in the Sacramento area seeking a multilingual educational foundation.
816
Total Students
35.6
Full-Time Teachers
22.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
83.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8
Demographic Student Count
White163
Hispanic398
Black96
Asian105
Two or More41
American Indian7
Pacific Islander4
  • Hispanic
    398 (48.9 %)
  • White
    163 (20.0 %)
  • Asian
    105 (12.9 %)
  • Black
    96 (11.8 %)
  • Two or More
    41 (5.0 %)
  • American Indian
    7 (0.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.5 %)
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: N/A
District: San Juan Unified
Phone: (916)979-8960
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 816
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 622
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 55
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 132
Grade 1 98
Grade 2 107
Grade 3 94
Grade 4 98
Grade 5 92
Grade 6 75
Grade 7 65
Grade 8 55

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten132
Grade 198
Grade 2107
Grade 394
Grade 498
Grade 592
Grade 675
Grade 765
Grade 855
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Thomas Edison Language Institute K-8
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female38447.1%
Male43052.7%
Not Specified20.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)