Serving 529 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Freeman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freeman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Freeman Elementary School's student population of 529 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
529 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
Fostering an environment of equity and opportunity
School Rankings
Freeman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freeman Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2216 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
49%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freeman Elementary School's ranking?
Freeman Elementary School is ranked #2216 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Freeman Elementary School often compared to?
Freeman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fearn Elementary School, Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Freeman Elementary School?
529 students attend Freeman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Freeman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freeman Elementary School?
Freeman Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Freeman Elementary School offer ?
Freeman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Freeman Elementary School part of?
Freeman Elementary School is part of Aurora West USD 129 School District.
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