Below Average
#8519 of 9,539 schools in CA
Freedom Home
School · Golden Valley Unified
16362 Paula Rd., Madera, CA 93636
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
47:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
47:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,519 of 9,539
In Madera
#38 of 41
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Golden Valley Unified
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Freedom Home
School in Madera · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Freedom Home
Freedom Home is a public school in Madera, CA, part of Golden Valley Unified. Freedom Home serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 47:1 student-teacher ratio. Freedom Home has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,519 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Freedom Home show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 47 students, Freedom Home is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Freedom Home sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Freedom Home runs 47:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Freedom Home — Students at Freedom Home score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.1/10.
How Freedom Home Compares
See how Freedom Home 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
16362 Paula Rd., Madera, CA 93636
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Freedom Home may also want to explore other schools in the area. Hillside Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby North Fork), which scores notably higher. Another option is James S. Fugman Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Fresno), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ranchos Middle (rated 7.6/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Madera, see our Madera schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra View Elementary Madera | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| FOOTHILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Madera | 2.1 mi | — |
| Webster Elementary Madera | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Ranchos Middle Madera | 4.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Independence Continuation High Madera | 4.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Liberty High Madera | 4.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Centennial Independent Study Madera | 4.3 mi | — |
| Stone Creek Elementary Madera | 6.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Hillside Elementary North Fork | 5.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Valley Children's Hospital Madera | 8.3 mi | — |
| Norman Liddell Elementary Fresno | 9.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Madera | 8.3 mi | 5.8 |
| H. Roger Tatarian Elementary Fresno | 10.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Valley Oak Elementary Fresno | 9.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Elephant Owl School of SAT Sciences Fresno | 10.4 mi | — |
| James S. Fugman Elementary Fresno | 9.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Rio Vista Middle Fresno | 10.6 mi | 7.4 |
| River Bluff Elementary Fresno | 10.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Nelson Elementary Pinedale | 10.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Pioneer Technical Center Madera | 8.8 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93636 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,024
Median Home Value
$483,300
Median Rent
$1,788/mo
Population
14,777
College Educated
38.6%
Homeownership
88.3%
Avg Commute
34.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Freedom Home
What grades does Freedom Home serve?
Freedom Home serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Freedom Home?
Freedom Home has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Freedom Home?
The student-teacher ratio at Freedom Home is 47:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Freedom Home rank in CA?
Freedom Home ranks #8,519 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Freedom Home's MySchoolScout rating?
Freedom Home has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Home?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Freedom Home has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Freedom Home a charter school?
No, Freedom Home is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Freedom Home a Title I school?
No, Freedom Home is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Freedom Home?
53.2% of students at Freedom Home qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 47
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 47:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Madera County
- Phone
- (559) 645-3590
Resources & Links
District
Golden Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 2,774
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,158
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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