Serving 121 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Freedom Acres School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freedom Acres School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Freedom Acres School's student population of 121 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
121 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Freedom Acres School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freedom Acres School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1500 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom Acres School's ranking?
Freedom Acres School is ranked #1500 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Freedom Acres School?
The graduation rate of Freedom Acres School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Freedom Acres School?
121 students attend Freedom Acres School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Freedom Acres School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freedom Acres School?
Freedom Acres School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Freedom Acres School offer ?
Freedom Acres School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Freedom Acres School part of?
Freedom Acres School is part of Ionia Independent School District.
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