Serving 529 students in grades 3-8, Freeburg Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freeburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Freeburg Elementary School's student population of 529 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Freeburg Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freeburg Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#434 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freeburg Elementary School's ranking?
Freeburg Elementary School is ranked #434 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Freeburg Elementary School often compared to?
Freeburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lebanon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Freeburg Elementary School?
529 students attend Freeburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Freeburg Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freeburg Elementary School?
Freeburg Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Freeburg Elementary School offer ?
Freeburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-8
What school district is Freeburg Elementary School part of?
Freeburg Elementary School is part of Freeburg CCSD 70 School District.
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