Serving 202 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Freedom Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Freedom Trail Elementary serves the northwest part of Elk Park, NC, covering an area of approximately 57.5 square miles, with most students living around a 10-15 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 6.1 miles, while the furthest point is 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freedom Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Freedom Trail Elementary School's student population of 202 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
202 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Freedom Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freedom Trail Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#512 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Freedom Trail Elementary School is ranked #512 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Freedom Trail Elementary School?
202 students attend Freedom Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Freedom Trail Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freedom Trail Elementary School?
Freedom Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Freedom Trail Elementary School offer ?
Freedom Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Freedom Trail Elementary School part of?
Freedom Trail Elementary School is part of Avery County Schools.
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