Serving 1,151 students in grades 6-8, Freedom Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,151 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Freedom Middle School's student population of 1,151 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,151 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Freedom Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freedom Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2212 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
70%
37%
Black
11%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom Middle School's ranking?
Freedom Middle School is ranked #2212 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Freedom Middle School often compared to?
Freedom Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hunters Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Freedom Middle School?
1,151 students attend Freedom Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Freedom Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freedom Middle School?
Freedom Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Freedom Middle School offer ?
Freedom Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Freedom Middle School part of?
Freedom Middle School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
View the Freedom Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break Schools Closed/District Offices Open
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
End of Fourth Marking Period/ Last Day of School
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Workday / Schools Closed / District Offices Open
February 16, 2026 (Monday)
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