Serving 786 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Freedom Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 786 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Freedom Elementary School serves the southwest part of Deland, FL, covering an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Freedom Elementary School's student population of 786 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
786 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Freedom Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freedom Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1485 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Silver
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom Elementary School's ranking?
Freedom Elementary School is ranked #1485 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Freedom Elementary School often compared to?
Freedom Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ivy Hawn Charter School Of The Arts, Citrus Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Freedom Elementary School?
786 students attend Freedom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Freedom Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freedom Elementary School?
Freedom Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Freedom Elementary School offer ?
Freedom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Freedom Elementary School part of?
Freedom Elementary School is part of Volusia School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School for Students
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School for Teachers
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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