Serving 712 students in grades 7-8, Freedom Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Freedom Middle serves the northwest part of Bakersfield, CA, covering an area of approximately 16.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freedom Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Freedom Middle School's student population of 712 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
712 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Where Learning is Lasting.
School Rankings
Freedom Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freedom Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2203 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom Middle School's ranking?
Freedom Middle School is ranked #2203 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Freedom Middle School often compared to?
Freedom Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosedale Middle School, Norris Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Freedom Middle School?
712 students attend Freedom Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Freedom Middle School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freedom Middle School?
Freedom Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Freedom Middle School offer ?
Freedom Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Freedom Middle School part of?
Freedom Middle School is part of Rosedale Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Freedom Middle School located?
Freedom Middle School is located in the Emerald Estates neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Emerald Estates.
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