FREEMAN EL

FREEMAN EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GARLAND ISD school district, located in GARLAND, TX with about 306 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, FREEMAN EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

FREEMAN ELementary School is a public elementary school located in Garland, Texas, serving students as part of the Garland Independent School District (GISD). Situated on Walnut Street, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing accessible, quality education to a diverse student population. Like many schools in the Garland ISD, FREEMAN ELementary focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core academic fundamentals, student development, and preparation for middle school transitions.

The school's programming is aligned with the broader initiatives of Garland ISD, which often emphasizes technology integration, social-emotional learning, and community engagement. By maintaining a clear focus on student achievement and inclusivity, FREEMAN ELementary serves as a neighborhood hub dedicated to nurturing the intellectual and personal growth of its young learners. Families interested in specific academic offerings, extracurricular activities, or enrollment procedures can find further details through the official district website provided.

For more information, contact FREEMAN EL at (972) 494-8371 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1220 WALNUT ST
GARLAND, TX 75040-5698
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FREEMAN EL is a public Title I school in GARLAND, TX with about 306 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
GARLAND ISD
Total Students:
306
Teachers:
23.83
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 306 students

Hispanic/Latino
66.7%
Black or African American
14.1%
White
9.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
5.2%
Asian
2.9%
Two or more races
1.6%

Female
44.4%
Male
55.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.