Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Freedom Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Freedom Elementary School serves the northern part of Shepherdsville, KY, covering an area of approximately 15 square miles. Most families live within a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freedom Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Freedom Elementary School's student population of 606 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
606 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Freedom Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freedom Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#353 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
83%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom Elementary School's ranking?
Freedom Elementary School is ranked #353 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Freedom Elementary School often compared to?
Freedom Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Freedom Elementary School?
606 students attend Freedom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Freedom Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freedom Elementary School?
Freedom Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Freedom Elementary School offer ?
Freedom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Freedom Elementary School part of?
Freedom Elementary School is part of Bullitt County School District.
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