Serving 1,272 students in grades 6-8, Freedom Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Freedom Middle School serves the northern part of Stone Mountain, GA, covering an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 4.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Freedom Middle School's student population of 1,272 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,272 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
Campus Size
63 acres
School Rankings
Freedom Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freedom Middle School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1794 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
32%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
49%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
9%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
green and gold
School Mascot
Ram
Source: 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 #1794 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Freedom Middle School?
1,272 students attend Freedom Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Freedom Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freedom Middle School?
Freedom Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Freedom Middle School part of?
Freedom Middle School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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