Serving 964 students in grades 6-8, Freedom Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 964 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freedom Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Freedom Middle School's student population of 964 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
964 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Freedom Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freedom Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#288 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
14%
18%
Black
8%
36%
White
70%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom Middle School's ranking?
Freedom Middle School is ranked #288 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Freedom Middle School often compared to?
Freedom Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee Charter Academy, Teasley Middle School, Mill Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Freedom Middle School?
964 students attend Freedom Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Freedom Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freedom Middle School?
Freedom Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Freedom Middle School offer ?
Freedom Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Freedom Middle School part of?
Freedom Middle School is part of Cherokee County School District.
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