FREEDOM TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Freedom Trail Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Avery County Schools school district, located in Elk Park, NC with about 208 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, Freedom Trail Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Freedom Trail Elementary is a public school located in the mountainous community of Elk Park, North Carolina. Part of the Avery County School District, the school serves students in the rural northwestern region of the state. It is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the personal growth of its student body, utilizing the resources and curriculum standards established by the Avery County school system.

The school places a strong value on community involvement, aiming to be a central pillar for families in the Elk Park area. By focusing on foundational education, the staff at Freedom Trail Elementary works to prepare students for success as they transition to higher grade levels within the district. Through its integration with the broader Avery County Schools network, the school provides access to educational opportunities that strive to meet the diverse needs of its small, tight-knit community.

For more information, contact Freedom Trail Elementary at (828) 733-4744 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.