Serving 1,337 students in grades 9-12, Freedom High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freedom High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Freedom High School's student population of 1,337 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Freedom High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freedom High School is 0.66, 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
#711 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
32%
20%
Black
8%
25%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom High School's ranking?
Freedom High School is ranked #711 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Freedom High School often compared to?
Freedom High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert L. Patton High School, East Burke High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Freedom High School?
The graduation rate of Freedom High School is 89%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Freedom High School?
1,337 students attend Freedom High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Freedom High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freedom High School?
Freedom High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Freedom High School offer ?
Freedom High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Freedom High School part of?
Freedom High School is part of Burke County Schools School District.
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