Serving 755 students in grades 2-6, Freeland Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Freeland Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Freeland, MI, covering approximately 46.6 square miles. Most students typically live within a 10-12 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of about 4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freeland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Freeland Elementary School's student population of 755 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
755 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Freeland Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freeland Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#402 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freeland Elementary School's ranking?
Freeland Elementary School is ranked #402 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Freeland Elementary School?
755 students attend Freeland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Freeland Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freeland Elementary School?
Freeland Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Freeland Elementary School offer ?
Freeland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Freeland Elementary School part of?
Freeland Elementary School is part of Freeland Community School District.
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