Serving 929 students in grades 6-8, Freedom Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 929 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Freedom Middle School serves the southwest area of Canton, GA, encompassing approximately 15.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Freedom Middle School's student population of 929 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
929 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Freedom Middle School ranks within the top 30% 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 0.50, 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
#453 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
8%
36%
White
69%
34%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #453 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Freedom Middle School often compared to?
Freedom Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Teasley Middle School, Mill Creek Middle School, Creekland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Freedom Middle School?
929 students attend Freedom Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Freedom Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freedom Middle School?
Freedom Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 Cherokee County School District.
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