Below Average
#1649 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Freedom Elementary School
Elementary School · Liberty Elementary District (4266)
22150 W SUNDANCE PKWY, Buckeye, AZ 85326
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,649 of 2,006
In Buckeye
#19 of 25
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Liberty Elementary District (4266)
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About Freedom Elementary School
Freedom Elementary School is a public elementary school in Buckeye, AZ, part of Liberty Elementary District (4266). Freedom Elementary School serves approximately 576 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Freedom Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,649 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Freedom Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
61% of students at Freedom Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Freedom Elementary School — Students at Freedom Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.
How Freedom Elementary School Compares
See how Freedom Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
22150 W SUNDANCE PKWY, Buckeye, AZ 85326
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Freedom Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Verrado Heritage Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is The Odyssey Preparatory Academy - Sienna Hills (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Verrado Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buckeye, see our Buckeye schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85326 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,444
Median Home Value
$342,400
Median Rent
$1,635/mo
Population
73,912
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
80.4%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
34.1
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| Camelback Academy Glendale, AZ | 4.6 |
| La Paloma Academy-South Tucson, AZ | 4.6 |
| Palm Lane Phoenix, AZ | 4.6 |
| Sousa Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 4.6 |
| Walker Butte K-8 Florence, AZ | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Freedom Elementary School
What grades does Freedom Elementary School serve?
Freedom Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Freedom Elementary School?
Freedom Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 576 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Freedom Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Freedom Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Freedom Elementary School rank in AZ?
Freedom Elementary School ranks #1,649 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Freedom Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Freedom Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Freedom Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Freedom Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Freedom Elementary School a charter school?
No, Freedom Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Freedom Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Freedom Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 576
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.3%
- Phone
- (623) 327-2850
Resources & Links
District
Liberty Elementary District (4266)- District Enrollment
- 4,444
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,201
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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