Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Freetown Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Freetown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Freetown Elementary School's student population of 521 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
Freetown Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Freetown Elementary School is 0.73, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#922 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
40%
33%
White
25%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Freetown Elementary School is ranked #922 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Freetown Elementary School often compared to?
Freetown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Freetown Elementary School?
521 students attend Freetown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Freetown Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freetown Elementary School?
Freetown Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Freetown Elementary School offer ?
Freetown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Freetown Elementary School part of?
Freetown Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>5 2/21/2019I am now in middle school. I went to Freetown last year and I was new at the school. The staff and students made me feel welcomed. I miss this place very much!5 8/2/2017I went to this school and now I'm crying to leave u will absolutely LOVE this school there's no doubt about it they have so many extra activities it's amayzing and they make sure the kids are healthy and have time for them selfs there is a place for everyone to feel safe5 11/19/2013We love this school! The teachers are extraordinary. My children have grown leaps and bounds under their guidance. The new school provides a lot of technology for the children, including SMART boards in every room. The school also receives many wonderful programs that are free.5 9/12/2011Freetown Elementary is a wonderful school with a great staff! My girls love the extra activities and are always learning something new! The new school is quite advanced with regards to technology and very accomodating. Your kids will love this school!Review Freetown Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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I am now in middle school. I went to Freetown last year and I was new at the school. The staff and students made me feel welcomed. I miss this place very much!
I went to this school and now I'm crying to leave u will absolutely LOVE this school there's no doubt about it they have so many extra activities it's amayzing and they make sure the kids are healthy and have time for them selfs there is a place for everyone to feel safe
We love this school! The teachers are extraordinary. My children have grown leaps and bounds under their guidance. The new school provides a lot of technology for the children, including SMART boards in every room. The school also receives many wonderful programs that are free.
Freetown Elementary is a wonderful school with a great staff! My girls love the extra activities and are always learning something new! The new school is quite advanced with regards to technology and very accomodating. Your kids will love this school!
Review Freetown Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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