Serving 536 students in grades 1-5, Freedom Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Freedom Elementary serves the southeast part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 40.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Freedom Elementary School's student population of 536 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
536 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
In the name of dear ol’ Southside, the school we love so well.
School Rankings
Freedom Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freedom Elementary School is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3974 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom Elementary School's ranking?
Freedom Elementary School is ranked #3974 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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?
536 students attend Freedom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Freedom Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
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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