Serving 549 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Freedom Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freedom Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Freedom Elementary School's student population of 549 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Freedom Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freedom Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1189 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
5%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
6%
17%
White
55%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom Elementary School's ranking?
Freedom Elementary School is ranked #1189 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Freedom Elementary School often compared to?
Freedom Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grande Park Elementary School, L D Brady Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Freedom Elementary School?
549 students attend Freedom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Freedom Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freedom Elementary School?
Freedom Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Freedom Elementary School offer ?
Freedom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Freedom Elementary School part of?
Freedom Elementary School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
School Reviews
5 2/24/2016
his school is amazing if you are in 5th grade you would want to be in Mrs. Radostits class. the specials are awesome. p.e is fun too. you would never believe how good this school is. library books are amazing. internet is fast. this school should be rated infinity out of 10 but sadly it is 9 out of ten. to all those parents and students who are looking for schools to go to freedom elemntary is the way to go.
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