Ida Freeman Elementary School

501 West Hurd Street

School District

Edmond
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:9
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by other on June 07, 2023

I have 2 kids that go to Ida Freeman. The teachers, support staff, and administration are all amazing! My kids love going to school there every day. I couldn't be more grateful that Ida Freeman is where they go to school. They get a great all around experience at this school.
Submitted by parent on January 06, 2023

I am very disappointed, there is no support from the Directorate regarding problems of aggression between students, they evade my emails, I do not recommend this school
Submitted by parent on November 09, 2016

I have had two students at Ida Freeman and I am constantly floored by how much the teachers give of their time and energy. They truly love the kids and work above and beyond to ensure they receive a quality education. Mr. Pautler (the principal) leads by example creating an energetic campus with his fun announcements and assemblies and is always approachable. It is also home to a championship chess team! We love Ida Freeman!
Submitted by parent on October 17, 2016

My son is a 5tth grader this year and he has been at Ida Freeman since his 2nd grade year. I absolutely love his teachers. Mrs. Serano, Mrs. George and now Mrs. Davis. ALL are amazing teachers. The front staff is very polite and they WILL NOT let your child leave that school without first contacting the parents, I love that about his school! It makes me feel secure that my child is safe. Mrs. George was and still is a very compassionate teacher and she was able to point out to me that my child was having some issues with his class work. It was addressed and now my son has worked pass that problem and now is a A & B grade student!!! Mrs. Davis is FUNNY to say the least but she don't play!!! She treats the student like that are her children and that is so GREAT. Last but not least Mrs. Sue Matthews is a wonderful compassionate person. She is kid friendly and to sum it up in one work "SMART". If your child is having problem, she is the best!! I just want to say I thank God for Ida Freeman and I hate this is my son's last year. I pray for all school in the USA for the children, teachers and staff's safety!!! #IDA FREEMAN #COACHR
Submitted by parent on July 07, 2016

My oldest son has been at Ida since the end of kindergarten and is now going into the 4th grade. My youngest has been at Ida since his first day of kinder and is now going into 2nd grade. When we first moved to Oklahoma we chose Edmond because we heard about how wonderful their schools are. When we found a house to rent it was in the Ida Freeman district, I was extremely disappointed. Mind you I was looking at their good school rating and not talking to families around the neighborhood. Let's just say my disappointment was shortly lived. Ida is a school that is TRULY over looked. The principal, teachers, and staff are all so wonderful. The messages, knowledge, and values they are teaching there go above and beyond. When we decided to build our home, we actually chose a neighborhood that would still be in the Ida district. That's how much we love this school and all involved in our children's learning experience. You know the old phrase "the one to watch"??? I'm telling you now Ida Freeman is the one to watch. This school is going to new hights, and my family is glade to go along for the ride at they reach the top.
Submitted by parent on December 25, 2014

Ida Freeman has turned out to be a wonderful school! My daughter has had the best teachers . The Principal has brought this school to a new level of excellence. It's been great!
Submitted by parent on July 31, 2014

This school needs major improvement my daughter had a bad experience here last year there is lots of rough housing and bullying going on some kids hit other kids at recess and its not much done about it.I'm looking forward to moving out of this schools Boundaries soon! I love Edmond but this is probably the least desired school for parents to send their kids to. The discipline and academics are seriously lacking
Submitted by parent on June 04, 2014

I've had 3 kids at Ida Freeman Elementary. We've loved having our kids there. It's a smaller school in Edmond and has a diverse population. I've honestly never had a teacher that I didn't love & the new principal & assistant principal have made a huge difference this past year. We love being connected at Ida!!
Submitted by parent on June 03, 2014

My family has an active duty military parent. We had the pleasure of sending our 2 sons to Ida Freeman! The walls of this school are bursting with positive energy! We enjoyed both years and the teachers they had for K, and then 2nd and 3rd, but this past year was especially outstanding with the arrival of Mr. Pautler as principal. Their 1st and 4th grade teachers were fantastic as well. The school is demographically different from many other schools in Edmond, but also smaller (520ish kids). I loved the diverse group of kids. There is also an amazing chess program! 25/70ish members just won a national championship against kids from all over the country. The teachers work as a team to prepare curriculums to educate their students and get them ready for state tests while also giving the kids a positive, and nurturing adult influence that all kids can benefit from. As I watched all of the students and faculty start a day by singing a song called "Speak Life", it made me sad to know this would be the last year for my boys to attend this phenomenal school. If you have the opportunity to send your kids to Ida Freeman, you won't be sorry!
Submitted by parent on June 03, 2014

Ida often times gets negative comments from people around town. I have learned, however, that anybody that has negative things to say about the school has never even been there or has a student there. This is where my son has been to school since kindergarten and he is now beginning in the fifth grade and my daughter has finished two years there. We have had positive experiences with all of our teachers, secretaries, and administration. The new principal this past year is awesome. He is so full of energy and makes the school time fun for the students, but also will take care any disciplinary issues appropriately. Another major thing that I like about the school is it size. Most of the other Edmond schools have between 6 to 8 classes for each grade. Ida has 3 to 4 classes. I have enjoyed getting to know and becoming friends with many of the families of the students that my kids have class with. One final thought is the amazing chess program that is held at the school. A fifth-grade math teacher and two other teachers work tirelessly to make this program a success. They just returned from taking 25 students to Dallas to compete in Nationals and WON!
Submitted by parent on April 02, 2014

Ida Freeman is underrated because it is one of the best schools in Edmond. The teachers and staff work very hard to make the learning experience an awesome one for the kids. They don't have as much support from the parent organizations as other schools but they do amazing things with what they have.
Submitted by parent on February 24, 2014

Ida Freeman is the worst school ever! My son is in kindergarten and isn't learning a thing! The faculty act like they're in highschool and pick and choose which parent and child to speak to everyday and they just act like they're better than everyone.. it's despicable.. and don't get me started on the teacher.. One page front and back homework once a week? Oh please, my 3 year old daughter is challenged more at headstart than my my son at this sorry excuse for a school. My son learned more in headstart alone than he has this year so far. I wouldn't send my worst enemy here! It's sad to know that home schooling has been thought of as an alternative.. pathetic!!!
Submitted by parent on May 01, 2012

I have had several kids go through this school and I have never had any issues. Every single teacher seems to love what they do and my kids have enjoyed all of their various teachers. This is also the only school in Edmond that offers chess club which is supported by the teachers and parents not the school. When my last child is gone next year I am really going to miss the staff!
Submitted by teacher on March 16, 2011

I am a teacher at this school and an active member of the staff and school community. I will say that, although we may not have all of the resources, perfect test scores and parental involvemnet that we would like, we always strive for what's best for the children in our classrooms. My number one priority is to educate and encourage the lives of those around me! I do know, that as a staff, we are continuing our education as well, so that we can make Ida Freeman the best place to be. I'm not speaking for everyone but I do feel that the teachers need a voice and I am doing just that! I am happy to be a part of such a caring team of educators! And to the parents, thanks for trusting and sharing your children with us.
Submitted by parent on March 03, 2011

My daughter has ben well taught this year in Kindergarten. Ida Freeman is one of the few in Edmond that provides full-day kindergarten, and our family has seen the benefit. My daughter loves school. The children in her class are well-behaved and her teacher is excellent. I can fully recommend Ida Freeman at least for Kindergarten.
Submitted by parent on January 14, 2011

My daughter's 1st grade teacher has done an exceptional job this year. I would not have let my daughter stay at this school otherwise. Outdoor recess is seriously rough. I have seen full out ground and pound fights in the 1st grade and the "recess monitors" turning a blind eye. I believe in part because they are tired of trying to discipline some of these children. I am going to put my daughter in private school after this experience. The vice Principal has also not fulfilled our expectations.
Submitted by parent on January 02, 2011

As a Parent, I was appalled to hear from my child how her 2nd grade teacher, "Mrs. Crouser" treated a little boy in her class with disabilities in the beginning of the school year. Since this then I have learned from my daughter that the little boy has been removed from the class but also isn't in the school. My daughter told me that her teacher told the class, she forced him to leave. Is this the same Mrs. Crouser listed below as a 1st grade teacher? I will say though, that working with the secretaries, and the principals is like working with best friends, you can tell they all have the best interest if the students at heart, well except for 1 teacher.
Submitted by parent on November 09, 2010

I currently have a child attending Ida Freeman and have 2 older children that attended. My favorite principal was Mr. Evans, I do not like the current principal. My daughter had great difficulty with her 1st grade teacher, Mrs. Crouser, I would NOT recommend her to anyone. Having said the 2 negatives overall we have been very happy with the school.
Submitted by parent on September 07, 2009

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Submitted by student on April 03, 2009

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