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#1043 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 27% in state

Freedom Elem School

Elementary School · Plainfield SD 202

11600 Heritage Meadows Dr, Plainfield, IL 60585

Enrollment

533

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,043 of 3,813

In Plainfield

#8 of 29

public schools

In district

#7 of 30

Plainfield SD 202

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Freedom Elem School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Plainfield · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Freedom Elem School

Freedom Elem School is a public elementary school in Plainfield, IL, part of Plainfield SD 202. Freedom Elem School serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Freedom Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,043 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Freedom Elem School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,896
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

Freedom Elem School — Students at Freedom Elem School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
94%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
29%
2022
ELA
48%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Freedom Elem School Compares

See how Freedom Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
73th percentile in IL
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

11600 Heritage Meadows Dr, Plainfield, IL 60585

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Freedom Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Patterson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Naperville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oliver Julian Kendall Elem School (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Naperville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Danielle-Joy Peterson Elem Sch (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Naperville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plainfield, see our Plainfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT NAPERVILLE Naperville 0.5 mi
Plainfield North High School Plainfield 0.7 mi 7.7
Clifford Crone Middle School Naperville 0.8 mi 8.2
Heritage Grove Middle School Plainfield 1.1 mi 7.5
KLA SCHOOLS OF PLAINFIELD Plainfield 1.2 mi
V Blanche Graham Elementary Naperville 1.2 mi 8.3
Scullen Middle School Naperville 1.7 mi 8.4
Oliver Julian Kendall Elem School Naperville 1.5 mi 8.5
Danielle-Joy Peterson Elem Sch Naperville 1.8 mi 8.4
Eagle Pointe Elementary School Plainfield 2.0 mi 7.4
Fry Elementary School Naperville 2.4 mi 8.1
THE COMPASS SCHOOL OF NAPERVILLE SOUTH Naperville 2.5 mi
Walkers Grove Elementary School Plainfield 2.5 mi 7.9
Patterson Elementary School Naperville 2.2 mi 8.6
Plainfield East High School Plainfield 2.0 mi 7.5
Neuqua Valley High School Naperville 2.6 mi 9.1
WHEATLAND SALEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Naperville 2.9 mi
COVENANT CLASSICAL SCHOOL Naperville 2.9 mi 8.3
John F Kennedy Middle Sch Plainfield 2.5 mi 6.5
Arlene Welch Elementary School Naperville 3.2 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60585 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$151,202

Median Home Value

$416,400

Median Rent

$2,326/mo

Population

24,948

College Educated

60.5%

Homeownership

91.6%

Avg Commute

35.9 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Freedom Elem School

What grades does Freedom Elem School serve?

Freedom Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Freedom Elem School?

Freedom Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Freedom Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Freedom Elem School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Freedom Elem School rank in IL?

Freedom Elem School ranks #1,043 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Freedom Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Freedom Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Freedom Elem School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Freedom Elem School a charter school?

No, Freedom Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Freedom Elem School a Title I school?

No, Freedom Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Freedom Elem School?

28.1% of students at Freedom Elem 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Will County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

District

Plainfield SD 202
District Enrollment
24,683
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,896
District Rank
#7 of 30

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