Serving 261 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Freese Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freese Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Freese Elementary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Freese Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freese Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5677 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freese Elementary School's ranking?
Freese Elementary School is ranked #5677 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Freese Elementary School?
261 students attend Freese Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Freese Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freese Elementary School?
Freese Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Freese Elementary School offer ?
Freese Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Freese Elementary School part of?
Freese Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Freese Elementary School located?
Freese Elementary School is located in the Jamacha Lomita neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Jamacha Lomita.
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