Serving 698 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 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Freedom Middle School's student population of 698 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Freedom Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freedom Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2113 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
41%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
47%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #2113 out of 9,602 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
698 students attend Freedom Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Freedom Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 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 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
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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