Serving 752 students in grades 6-8, Freedom Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freedom Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Freedom Middle School's student population of 752 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
752 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Freedom Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freedom Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#612 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)59%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)77%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
21%
22%
White
45%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom Middle School's ranking?
Freedom Middle School is ranked #612 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Freedom Middle School often compared to?
Freedom Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spotsylvania Middle School, Ni River Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Freedom Middle School?
752 students attend Freedom Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Freedom Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freedom Middle School?
Freedom Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Freedom Middle School offer ?
Freedom Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Freedom Middle School part of?
Freedom Middle School is part of Spotsylvania County School District.
In what neighborhood is Freedom Middle School located?
Freedom Middle School is located in the Salem Fields neighborhood of Fredericksburg, VA.
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