Freedom District Elementary

5626 Sykesville Road
Sykesville, MD 21784

www.carrollk12.org/fes/

627 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Freedom District Elementary School, located in Sykesville, Maryland, is a public school serving students in Carroll County. Situated along Sykesville Road, the school functions as a foundational pillar for its local community, focusing on providing a comprehensive primary education that emphasizes academic growth, social development, and the cultivation of a supportive learning environment. As part of the Carroll County Public Schools system, it adheres to district-wide standards while fostering a school culture tailored to the needs of its specific student population.

The school is dedicated to preparing its students for future academic success through a balanced curriculum that incorporates core subjects alongside character-building initiatives. By maintaining a strong partnership between educators, families, and the wider community, Freedom District Elementary strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage actively in their learning. Through its official website, the school provides parents and guardians with essential resources, including news updates, calendars, and information on school programs, ensuring transparent communication and continued involvement in the educational process.

627

Total Students

39.4

Full-Time Teachers

15.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

12.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Freedom District Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	519
Hispanic	31
Black	13
Asian	30
Two or More	29
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	3

White
519 (82.8%)
Hispanic
31 (4.9%)
Asian
30 (4.8%)
Two or More
29 (4.6%)
Black
13 (2.1%)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.5%)
American Indian
2 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Carroll County Public Schools
Phone:	(410)751-3525
Website:	http://www.carrollk12.org/fes/
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	627
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	39.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	61
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	17

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 95

Grade 1 106

Grade 2 98

Grade 3 113

Grade 4 119

Grade 5 96