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#146 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 4% in state

Freedom Trail Elementary

Elementary School · Olentangy Local

6743 Bale Kenyon Rd, Lewis Center, OH 43035

Enrollment

649

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#146 of 3,441

In Lewis Center

#2 of 11

public schools

In district

#4 of 26

Olentangy Local

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Freedom Trail Elementary

9.1/10

Elementary School in Lewis Center · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Orange High School

6.9/10

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8.8/10

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About Freedom Trail Elementary

Freedom Trail Elementary is a public elementary school in Lewis Center, OH, part of Olentangy Local. Freedom Trail Elementary serves approximately 649 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Freedom Trail Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #146 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Freedom Trail Elementary show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.7
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency86% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency85% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+34.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,848
Chronic Absenteeism8.2%

Freedom Trail Elementary — Students at Freedom Trail Elementary score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 89.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 91.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
96%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
89%
ELA
90%
2017
Math
94%
ELA
95%
2018
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2019
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2020*
Math
87%
ELA
89%
2021*
Math
87%
ELA
89%
2022
Math
86%
ELA
84%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Freedom Trail Elementary Compares

See how Freedom Trail Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
96th percentile in OH
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6743 Bale Kenyon Rd, Lewis Center, OH 43035

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Freedom Trail Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glen Oak Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Walnut Creek Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Galena), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Emerson Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Westerville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lewis Center, see our Lewis Center schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Orange High School Lewis 1.0 mi 6.9
Olentangy Orange Middle School Lewis Center 1.2 mi 8.8
Walnut Creek Elementary Galena 1.3 mi 9.0
PREP ACADEMY SCHOOLS Lewis Center 1.7 mi
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Westerville 2.2 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT POLARIS Westerville 2.3 mi
Alum Creek Elementary School Lewis Center 2.2 mi 8.7
WORTHINGTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL,UPPER Westerville 2.9 mi 5.3
Oak Creek Elementary School Lewis Center 2.3 mi 8.8
Glen Oak Elementary School Lewis Center 2.4 mi 9.1
ALL THE CHILDREN OF THE WORLD ACADEMY Westerville 2.5 mi 5.2
ST PAUL SCHOOL Westerville 3.0 mi 4.4
Genoa Middle School Westerville 2.6 mi 7.9
Annehurst Elementary School Westerville 3.4 mi 7.8
Fouse Elementary School Westerville 2.6 mi 8.5
Worthington Park Elementary School Westerville 3.4 mi 6.7
Olentangy Meadows Elementary School Lewis 3.1 mi 8.7
Emerson Elementary School Westerville 3.6 mi 9.0
Berkshire Middle School Galena 3.8 mi 8.5
Hanby Building Elementary School Westerville 3.7 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$148,446

Median Home Value

$423,000

Median Rent

$1,580/mo

Population

35,732

College Educated

67%

Homeownership

74.7%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

35.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bloom-Vernon Elementary School South Webster, OH 9.1
Eli Pinney Elementary School Dublin, OH 9.1
Evergreen Elementary School Metamora, OH 9.1
Glen Oak Elementary School Lewis Center, OH 9.1
Granger Elementary School Medina, OH 9.1
Main Elementary School Beavercreek, OH 9.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Freedom Trail Elementary

What grades does Freedom Trail Elementary serve?

Freedom Trail Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Freedom Trail Elementary?

Freedom Trail Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 649 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Freedom Trail Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Freedom Trail Elementary is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Freedom Trail Elementary rank in OH?

Freedom Trail Elementary ranks #146 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Freedom Trail Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Freedom Trail Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Freedom Trail Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Freedom Trail Elementary has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Freedom Trail Elementary a charter school?

No, Freedom Trail Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Freedom Trail Elementary a Title I school?

No, Freedom Trail Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Freedom Trail Elementary?

14.0% of students at Freedom Trail Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
649
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Delaware County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

District

Olentangy Local
District Enrollment
23,806
Schools in District
28
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,848
District Rank
#4 of 26

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