Freedom District Elementary

5626 Sykesville Road
Sykesville, MD 21784

www.carrollk12.org/fes/

617 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.

617

Total Students

40.5

Full-Time Teachers

15.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

12.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Freedom District Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	519
Hispanic	24
Black	16
Asian	28
Two or More	28
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
519 (84.1 %)
Asian
28 (4.5 %)
Two or More
28 (4.5 %)
Hispanic
24 (3.9 %)
Black
16 (2.6 %)
American Indian
1 (0.2 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2 %)

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:	617
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	40.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.2
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 96

Grade 1 106

Grade 2 103

Grade 3 98

Grade 4 114

Grade 5 100