Serving 508 students in grades 3-8, Freeburg Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Freeburg Elementary School serves the entire district of Freeburg, IL, covering an area of approximately 73.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freeburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Freeburg Elementary School's student population of 508 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Freeburg Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freeburg Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#370 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freeburg Elementary School's ranking?
Freeburg Elementary School is ranked #370 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Freeburg Elementary School often compared to?
Freeburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smithton Elementary School, Lebanon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Freeburg Elementary School?
508 students attend Freeburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Freeburg Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freeburg Elementary School?
Freeburg Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Freeburg Elementary School offer ?
Freeburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-8
What school district is Freeburg Elementary School part of?
Freeburg Elementary School is part of Freeburg CCSD 70 School District.
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