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#29 of 1,850 schools in VA

Top 2% in state

Freedom High

High School · Loudoun County Public Schools

25450 Riding Center Drive, South Riding, VA 20152

Enrollment

1,968

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

9.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In South Riding

#1 of 4

public schools

Virginia high schools

#10 of 323

In district

#6 of 96

Loudoun County Public Schools

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Freedom High

Freedom High is a regular public school in South Riding, Virginia, enrolling 1,968 students across grades 9 through 12. MySchoolScout rates it 9.1 out of 10 on a composite basis — an Exceptional designation grounded in a 9.0 academic score and an 8.6 growth score. Those numbers aren't inflated by a single strong cohort; the growth figure confirms the school consistently moves students forward year over year.

The statewide context makes the performance concrete. Freedom High ranks 10th among 323 Virginia high schools, placing it in the top 3% of all public secondary schools in the state. Combined across all school levels, it outperforms 98% of Virginia's 1,850 public schools — a gap wide enough to matter when families are comparing real options.

At a 14.0-to-1 student-teacher ratio, the school keeps class sizes lean enough to give students consistent attention, notable for a school with nearly 2,000 enrolled. Within South Riding itself, Freedom High holds the top spot among the four public schools in the area. For families comparing local options, the data puts it clearly ahead of every alternative on the site.

What's said publicly about Freedom High

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Freedom High School, also referred to as Freedom-South Riding, is a public high school located in South Riding, an unincorporated community within Loudoun County, Virginia 1 . The school is situated approximately 25 miles (40 km) west of Washington, D.C. 1 . It operates as part of the Loudoun County Public Schools district 1 .
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Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.34 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.0Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency91%
Reading/ELA Proficiency97%
Math vs. State Avg+15.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.3 pts
Overall Proficiency94%
Expected (poverty-adj.)88%
vs. Expected+6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
College Readiness9.6Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation49%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.0Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,993

Freedom High — Students at Freedom High score 94% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 88%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 83.7%
School
State
75.4%
ELA Proficiency 96.0%
School
State
75.7%

Based on 6 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
90%
ELA
97%
2021*
Math
70%
ELA
94%
2025
Math
91%
ELA
97%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Freedom High Compares

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

Overall Score
9.1/10
99th percentile in VA
Academic
9.0/10
9.0/10
Growth
8.6/10
Above average
Environment
9.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
141 teachers

Location

25450 Riding Center Drive, South Riding, VA 20152

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Freedom High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. John Champe High (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Aldie), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST PAUL VI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Chantilly), a more accessible option. For more schools in South Riding, see our South Riding schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Liberty Elementary South Riding 0.2 mi 8.9
ST PAUL VI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Chantilly 0.6 mi 5.7
Hutchison Farm Elementary South Riding 0.7 mi 8.6
VILLA MONTESSORI STONE RIDGE Chantilly 0.8 mi
Mercer Middle Aldie 1.0 mi 4.6
Buffalo Trail Elementary Aldie 1.1 mi 8.0
KIDS R KIDS OF SOUTH RIDING South Riding 1.1 mi 5.9
J. Michael Lunsford Middle Chantilly 1.4 mi 7.3
Pinebrook Elementary Aldie 1.1 mi 8.2
MERIT SCHOOL LEARNING CENTER AT KIRKPATRICK Aldie 1.2 mi
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SOUTH RIDING South Riding 1.4 mi
Cardinal Ridge Elementary Centreville 1.6 mi 8.0
GOOD BEGINNINGS SCHOOL Stone Ridge 1.9 mi
MONTESSORI OF CHANTILLY - CASA DEI BAMBINI Dulles 2.1 mi
Arcola Elementary Aldie 2.1 mi 7.0
Elaine E. Thompson Elementary Sterling 2.4 mi 7.0
Goshen Post Elementary Aldie 2.0 mi 7.9
John Champe High Aldie 2.1 mi 9.3
Little River Elementary South Riding 2.2 mi 7.5
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI Aldie 2.6 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20152 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$191,392

Median Home Value

$708,400

Median Rent

$2,853/mo

Population

36,453

College Educated

67.1%

Homeownership

84.2%

Avg Commute

34.7 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

38.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Freedom High has a median household income of $191,392. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $708,400, with a median rent of $2,853/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Lightridge High Aldie, VA 9.1
Briar Woods High Ashburn, VA 9.0
Independence High Ashburn, VA 9.2
Salem High Salem, VA 9.0
John Champe High Aldie, VA 9.3
Oakton High Vienna, VA 9.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Freedom High

What grades does Freedom High serve?

Freedom High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Freedom High?

Freedom High has an enrollment of approximately 1,968 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Freedom High?

The student-teacher ratio at Freedom High is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Freedom High rank in VA?

Freedom High is ranked #29 out of 1,850 schools in VA.

What is Freedom High's MySchoolScout rating?

Freedom High has a composite rating of 9.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Freedom High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Freedom High has 83.7% math proficiency and 96.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Freedom High a charter school?

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

Is Freedom High a Title I school?

No, Freedom High is not currently a Title I school.

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

15.1% of students at Freedom High 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Average (622/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,968
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
141
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Loudoun County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Loudoun County Public Schools
District Enrollment
81,636
Schools in District
100
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,934
District Rank
#6 of 96

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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