Very Good
#632 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 29% in state
Freedom Elem.
Elementary School · WAYNESVILLE R-VI
286 EASTLAWN AVE, St. Robert, MO 65584
Enrollment
953
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
953
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri elementary schools
#358 of 1,202
In district
#3 of 9
WAYNESVILLE R-VI
Academic performance
8.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Freedom Elem.
Freedom Elementary serves 953 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in St. Robert, Missouri, with a student-teacher ratio of 15.4 to 1 across its 62 full-time equivalent teaching staff. The school ranks #774 out of 2,234 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 65th percentile and earning a MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10.
Academically, Freedom Elementary shows solid performance with 51% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 50% reach proficiency in mathematics. These results reflect steady academic achievement across grade levels, with the school maintaining consistent standards in core subject areas. The school draws from a diverse community in Pulaski County, where the median household income is $60,507 and median home values reach $191,000.
About 34% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while 15% of families experience poverty, creating a mixed socioeconomic environment that brings varied perspectives to the classroom. As one of the larger elementary schools in the area with nearly 1,000 students, Freedom Elementary offers the resources and programs that come with size while maintaining reasonable class sizes. The school serves families in St.
Robert, a remote town setting that provides a close-knit community atmosphere where students can build lasting connections with teachers and peers.
Score Breakdown
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Freedom Elem. — Students at Freedom Elem. score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MO 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: 7.8/10.
How Freedom Elem. Compares
See how Freedom Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 51% (2019) to 50% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 51% (2019) to 51% (2022).
Location
286 EASTLAWN AVE, St. Robert, MO 65584
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Freedom Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THAYER ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Ft. Leonard Wood), which scores notably higher. Another option is DIXON ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Dixon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WOOD ELEM. (rated 7.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Ft. Leonard Wood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in St. Robert, see our St. Robert schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Saint Robert | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| PARTRIDGE ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| WILLIAMS EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Fort Leonard Wood | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| WOOD ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| WAYNESVILLE EAST ELEM. Waynesville | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| THAYER ELEM. Ft. Leonard Wood | 4.8 mi | 9.1 |
| WAYNESVILLE SR. HIGH Waynesville | 4.2 mi | 4.2 |
| 6TH GRADE CENTER Waynesville | 4.3 mi | 5.9 |
| WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waynesville | 4.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Parker Educational Center Waynesville | 4.4 mi | — |
| WAYNESVILLE MIDDLE Waynesville | 4.5 mi | 6.9 |
| DIXON HIGH Dixon | 12.6 mi | 4.9 |
| LAQUEY R-V ELEM. Laquey | 10.3 mi | 4.6 |
| LAQUEY R-V HIGH Laquey | 10.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Missouri Digital Academy Laquey | 10.3 mi | — |
| DIXON ELEM. Dixon | 12.9 mi | 7.7 |
| DIXON MIDDLE Dixon | 12.9 mi | 4.4 |
| CROCKER ELEM. Crocker | 12.1 mi | 4.2 |
| CROCKER HIGH Crocker | 12.1 mi | 4.7 |
| SWEDEBORG ELEM. Richland | 12.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65584 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,760
Median Home Value
$207,900
Median Rent
$1,067/mo
Population
10,922
College Educated
31.6%
Homeownership
55.2%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
31.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Freedom Elem. has a median household income of $60,760. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $207,900, with a median rent of $1,067/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.3%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GRACEMOR ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.2 |
| INDEPENDENCE ELEM. St. Charles, MO | 7.2 |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Wentzville, MO | 7.2 |
| DAVIDSON ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.3 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEM. Neosho, MO | 7.3 |
| WM. R. CAPPEL ELEM. Moscow Mills, MO | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Freedom Elem.
What grades does Freedom Elem. serve?
Freedom Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Freedom Elem.?
Freedom Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 953 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Freedom Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Freedom Elem. is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Freedom Elem. rank in MO?
Freedom Elem. is ranked #632 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Freedom Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Freedom Elem. has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Freedom Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Freedom Elem. has 48.3% math proficiency and 49.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Freedom Elem. a charter school?
No, Freedom Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Freedom Elem. a Title I school?
No, Freedom Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Freedom Elem.?
50.1% of students at Freedom Elem. 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 953
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Pulaski County
- Phone
- (573) 842-2100
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
WAYNESVILLE R-VI- District Enrollment
- 6,091
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,863
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
Other Schools in This District
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