Freedom High

511 Independence Boulevard
Morganton, NC 28655

www.burke.k12.nc.us/fhs/

1,414 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Freedom High School, located in Morganton, North Carolina, serves as a prominent secondary institution within the Burke County Public Schools district. Situated at 511 Independence Boulevard, the school is dedicated to fostering a comprehensive educational environment that balances academic rigor with personal development. As a cornerstone of the local community, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or immediate entry into the workforce.

The school’s curriculum is supported by a variety of extracurricular programs, athletics, and clubs, which are designed to encourage student engagement and promote a well-rounded educational experience. Through its official website, Freedom High maintains a commitment to transparency and communication, providing families and the community with essential information regarding academic calendars, administrative resources, and ongoing school events. The institution continues to strive for excellence in teaching and student achievement within the Burke County region.

1,414

Total Students

73.6

Full-Time Teachers

19.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

91.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Freedom High
Demographic	Student Count
White	670
Hispanic	473
Black	109
Asian	58
Two or More	103
American Indian	1

White
670 (47.4 %)
Hispanic
473 (33.5 %)
Black
109 (7.7 %)
Two or More
103 (7.3 %)
Asian
58 (4.1 %)
American Indian
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Burke County Schools
Phone:	(828)433-1310
Website:	http://www.burke.k12.nc.us/fhs/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,414
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	73.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,296
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* 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

Grade 9 421

Grade 10 407

Grade 11 291

Grade 12 295