Excellent
#85 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 2% in state
Freedom Elementary School
Elementary School · MANATEE
9515 E STATE ROAD 64, Bradenton, FL 34212
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#85 of 3,778
In Bradenton
#5 of 48
public schools
In district
#7 of 71
MANATEE
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Freedom Elementary School
Freedom Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bradenton, FL, part of MANATEE. Freedom Elementary School serves approximately 611 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Freedom Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #85 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Freedom Elementary School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Freedom Elementary School — Students at Freedom Elementary School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL 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: 9.4/10.
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
9515 E STATE ROAD 64, Bradenton, FL 34212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Freedom Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 4.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is GILBERT W MCNEAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Lakewood Ranch), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BRADEN RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 4.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bradenton, see our Bradenton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,298
Median Home Value
$478,000
Median Rent
$1,799/mo
Population
24,467
College Educated
48.5%
Homeownership
84.1%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
49.4
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|---|---|
| ACADEMY AT THE FARM Dade City, FL | 9.3 |
| DR. KIRAN C. PATEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 9.3 |
| EIGHTH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala, FL | 9.3 |
| GILBERT W MCNEAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood Ranch, FL | 9.3 |
| JAMES B. SANDERLIN K-8 St. Petersburg, FL | 9.3 |
| MORNINGSIDE K-8 ACADEMY Miami, FL | 9.3 |
Compare Freedom Elementary School with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareFreedom Elementary School vs TARA ELEMENTARY SCHOOLBRADENTON, FL Peer score 9.5/10 +0.2 vs Freedom Elementary School
- CompareFreedom Elementary School vs IDA M. STEWART ELEMENTARY SCHOOLBRADENTON, FL Peer score 9.7/10 +0.4 vs Freedom Elementary School
- CompareFreedom Elementary School vs PALMA SOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOLBRADENTON, FL Peer score 9.3/10 About even with Freedom Elementary School
- CompareFreedom Elementary School vs BRADEN RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLBradenton, FL Peer score 9.2/10 -0.1 vs Freedom Elementary School
- CompareFreedom Elementary School vs GENE WITT ELEMENTARY SCHOOLBradenton, FL Peer score 9.1/10 -0.2 vs Freedom Elementary School
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 5th.
How many students attend Freedom Elementary School?
Freedom Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 611 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Freedom Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Freedom Elementary School is 13.6:1. 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 FL?
Freedom Elementary School ranks #85 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Freedom Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Freedom Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Freedom Elementary School?
40.6% of students at Freedom Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 611
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Manatee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.2%
- Phone
- (941) 708-4990
Resources & Links
District
MANATEE- District Enrollment
- 52,895
- Schools in District
- 82
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,381
- District Rank
- #7 of 71
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