Very Good
#2377 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 25% in state
Freese Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
8140 Greenlawn Dr., San Diego, CA 92114
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
23.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
23.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,377 of 9,539
In San Diego
#120 of 288
public schools
In district
#73 of 174
San Diego Unified
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Freese Elementary
Freese Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Freese Elementary serves approximately 261 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Freese Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,377 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Freese Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Freese Elementary runs 23.7:1 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.
34% of students at Freese Elementary 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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Freese Elementary — Students at Freese Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Freese Elementary Compares
See how Freese Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8140 Greenlawn Dr., San Diego, CA 92114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Freese Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Keiller Leadership Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bethune K-8 (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Lemon Grove), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| True Faith Academy San Diego | 0.2 mi | — |
| Audubon K-8 San Diego | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Rancho Elementary La Mesa | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Boone Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Keiller Leadership Academy San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Avondale Elementary La Mesa | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Monterey Heights Elementary Lemon Grove | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Fulton K-8 San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Bell Middle San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Morse High San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Mount Miguel High Spring Valley | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Sci Tech Engr Arts and Math Acad at La Presa Spring Valley | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Kempton Street Literacy Academy La Mesa | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Zamorano Elementary San Diego | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Bethune K-8 San Diego | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| San Altos Elementary Lemon Grove | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Mt. Vernon Elementary Lemon Grove | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center Lemon Grove | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Bancroft Elementary La Mesa | 2.1 mi | 2.8 |
| San Diego SCPA San Diego | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,171
Median Home Value
$604,300
Median Rent
$1,741/mo
Population
64,820
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
38
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| Cadwallader Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Freese Elementary
What grades does Freese Elementary serve?
Freese Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Freese Elementary?
Freese Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 261 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Freese Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Freese Elementary is 23.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Freese Elementary rank in CA?
Freese Elementary ranks #2,377 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Freese Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Freese Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Freese Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Freese Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Freese Elementary a charter school?
No, Freese Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Freese Elementary a Title I school?
No, Freese Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Freese Elementary?
77.8% of students at Freese Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 261
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.7%
- Phone
- (619) 344-3100
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #73 of 174
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