Serving 677 students in grades 3-6, Freedom Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freedom Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Freedom Elementary School's student population of 677 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Freedom Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freedom Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#628 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
11%
7%
Black
19%
17%
White
52%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom Elementary School's ranking?
Freedom Elementary School is ranked #628 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Freedom Elementary School?
677 students attend Freedom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Freedom Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freedom Elementary School?
Freedom Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Freedom Elementary School offer ?
Freedom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Freedom Elementary School part of?
Freedom Elementary School is part of Lakota Local School District.
School Reviews
5 1/14/2014
Best school ever until I moved from Freedom to Adena. At Adena I got picked on a lot But freedom managed that stuff and I hope Mrs. Borock is doing good
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