Very Good
#844 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 26% in state
Freeland Elementary School
Elementary School · Freeland Community School District · Freeland, MI
A Freeland Community School District elementary school serving grades 1st – 6th.
710 POWLEY DR, Freeland, MI 48623
- Math 61% vs MI 35% (2022)
- Reading 62% vs MI 42% (2022)
- 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Freeland Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. MI average.
Trend
→ SteadyProficiency is down 34 points across the 14-year record (2009–2022) and has held near 61% recently.
Show all 14 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 64% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 68% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 36 test records from MI state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
18.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Freeland Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 44Car-Dependent
- Bike 36Somewhat Bikeable
Powered by
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$96,371
Median home value
$230,300
Median rent
$1,176/mo
College educated
32.9%
Homeownership
88.3%
Poverty rate
5.9%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 48623; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
1 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freeland Learning CenterEnrollment path unverified | 7.1 | PK–1 | 0.3 mi | 347 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Freeland Community School District
- Schools in district
- 3
- Rank in district
- #1 of 3
- District spending per student
- $11,800NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 5.2%Census SAIPE · 2024
Freeland Elementary School is listed in Freeland Community School District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Freeland Elementary School
Freeland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Freeland, MI, part of Freeland Community School District, serving approximately 751 students in grades 1st-6th with a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #844 of 3,192 schools in MI. State assessment records show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Freeland Elementary School
What grades does Freeland Elementary School serve?
Freeland Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 6th.
How many students attend Freeland Elementary School?
Freeland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 751 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Freeland Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Freeland Elementary School is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Freeland Elementary School rank in MI?
Freeland Elementary School ranks #844 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Freeland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Freeland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Freeland Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Freeland Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Freeland Elementary School a charter school?
No, Freeland Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Freeland Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Freeland Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Freeland Elementary School?
18.8% of students at Freeland 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 1st – 6th
- Enrollment
- 751
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Saginaw County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.9%
- Phone
- (989) 695-5371
- Area population (ZIP 48623)
- 15,126
- Area average commute
- 20.9 min
- Area median age
- 41.5
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 48623; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.