Serving 991 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Freeland El/ms ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 991 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Freeland El/ms's student population of 991 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
991 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Through a dynamic partnership of educators, learners, and community members, Hazleton Area High School students will develop the skills necessary to become life-long learners in a culturally diverse community.
School Rankings
Freeland El/ms ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freeland El/ms is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2310 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
52%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
43%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freeland El/ms's ranking?
Freeland El/ms is ranked #2310 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Freeland El/ms?
991 students attend Freeland El/ms.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Freeland El/ms students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freeland El/ms?
Freeland El/ms has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Freeland El/ms offer ?
Freeland El/ms offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Freeland El/ms part of?
Freeland El/ms is part of Hazleton Area School District.
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