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Freedom Middle School
Middle School · Berwyn South SD 100
3016 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,968 of 3,813
In Berwyn
#9 of 13
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Berwyn South SD 100
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Freedom Middle School
Freedom Middle School is a public middle school in Berwyn, IL, part of Berwyn South SD 100. Freedom Middle School serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Freedom Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,968 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Freedom Middle School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- IL avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Freedom Middle 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 Middle School — Students at Freedom Middle School score 16% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL 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: 5.0/10.
How Freedom Middle School Compares
See how Freedom Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3016 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Freedom Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lincoln Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Heritage Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Berwyn, see our Berwyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hiawatha Elem School Berwyn | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ST LEONARD SCHOOL Berwyn | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Komensky Elem School Berwyn | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| THE ANGELS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Berwyn | 0.6 mi | — |
| Emerson Elem School Berwyn | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Heritage Middle School Berwyn | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Pershing Elem School Berwyn | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Goodwin Elementary School Cicero | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Abe Lincoln Elem School Cicero | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ST ODILO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berwyn | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| J Sterling Morton East High Sch Cicero | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Piper School Berwyn | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Irving Elem School Berwyn | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| J Sterling Morton West High Sch Berwyn | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| OUR LADY OF CHARITY SCHOOL Cicero | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Edison Elem School Stickney | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elem School Cicero | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Lincoln Middle School Berwyn | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Columbus West Elementary School Cicero | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Karel Havlicek Elem School Berwyn | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,993
Median Home Value
$277,800
Median Rent
$1,168/mo
Population
63,867
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bentley Elem School New Lenox, IL | 6.1 |
| Columbia Middle School Columbia, IL | 6.1 |
| Heritage Middle School Berwyn, IL | 6.1 |
| Johnsburg Jr High School Johnsburg, IL | 6.1 |
| Parkside Jr High School Normal, IL | 6.1 |
| Williamsville Jr High School Williamsville, IL | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Freedom Middle School
What grades does Freedom Middle School serve?
Freedom Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Freedom Middle School?
Freedom Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Freedom Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Freedom Middle School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Freedom Middle School rank in IL?
Freedom Middle School ranks #1,968 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Freedom Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Freedom Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Freedom Middle School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Freedom Middle School a charter school?
No, Freedom Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Freedom Middle School a Title I school?
No, Freedom Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Freedom Middle School?
79.7% of students at Freedom Middle 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 502
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (708) 795-5800
Resources & Links
District
Berwyn South SD 100- District Enrollment
- 3,048
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,473
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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