Freedom Elementary School

3845 S Loop 1604 E
San Antonio, TX 78221
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 570 students in grades 1-5, Freedom Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 570 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Freedom Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Freedom Elementary School's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers

School Rankings

Freedom Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freedom Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TX)
#5556 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
36%
41%
40%
51%
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
89%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
9%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.20
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Freedom Elementary School's ranking?
Freedom Elementary School is ranked #5556 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Freedom Elementary School?
570 students attend Freedom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Freedom Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freedom Elementary School?
Freedom Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Freedom Elementary School offer ?
Freedom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Freedom Elementary School part of?
Freedom Elementary School is part of Southside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Freedom Elementary School located?
Freedom Elementary School is located in the Southside neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in Southside.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 570 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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