Serving 212 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 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Freedom Trail Elementary School's student population of 212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

Students by Grade

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 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#512 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
n/a
4%

Hispanic
3%
21%

Black
1%
25%

White
92%
43%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%

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?
212 students attend Freedom Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Freedom Trail Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freedom Trail Elementary School?
Freedom Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Freedom Trail Elementary School part of?
Freedom Trail Elementary School is part of Avery County Schools School District.
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