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#207 of 301 schools in WY
Freedom Elementary
Elementary School · Laramie County School District #1
4500 Happy Jack Road, Cheyenne, WY 82001
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wyoming schools
#207 of 301
In Cheyenne
#14 of 36
public schools
In district
#14 of 36
Laramie County School District #1
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About Freedom Elementary
Freedom Elementary is a public elementary school in Cheyenne, WY, part of Laramie County School District #1. Freedom Elementary serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Freedom Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #207 of 301 schools in WY.
Structured state assessment records for Freedom Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- WY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Freedom Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Freedom Elementary — Students at Freedom Elementary score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from WY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.2/10.
How Freedom Elementary Compares
See how Freedom Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4500 Happy Jack Road, Cheyenne, WY 82001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Freedom Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pioneer Park Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PODER Academy (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY S SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cheyenne, see our Cheyenne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Park Elementary Cheyenne | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| PODER Academy Secondary School Cheyenne | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Deming Elementary Cheyenne | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| ST MARY S SCHOOL Cheyenne | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Goins Elementary Cheyenne | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Miller Elementary Cheyenne | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Central High School Cheyenne | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Cole Elementary Cheyenne | 2.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Johnson Junior High School Cheyenne | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| McCormick Junior High School Cheyenne | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
| South High School Cheyenne | 2.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Jessup Elementary Cheyenne | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| PODER Academy Cheyenne | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHEYENNE Cheyenne | 3.0 mi | — |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cheyenne | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Triumph High School Cheyenne | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Davis Elementary Cheyenne | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Hobbs Elementary Cheyenne | 3.2 mi | 4.9 |
| LAURA E MASON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cheyenne | 3.3 mi | — |
| Rossman Elementary Cheyenne | 3.2 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 82001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,149
Median Home Value
$291,400
Median Rent
$1,044/mo
Population
37,955
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
62.4%
Avg Commute
15.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lakeview Elementary Gillette, WY | 5.5 |
| Meadowlark Elementary Gillette, WY | 5.5 |
| Davis Elementary Cheyenne, WY | 5.6 |
| Monroe Elementary School Green River, WY | 5.4 |
| Jessup Elementary Cheyenne, WY | 5.3 |
| Verda James Elementary Casper, WY | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Freedom Elementary
What grades does Freedom Elementary serve?
Freedom Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Freedom Elementary?
Freedom Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Freedom Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Freedom Elementary is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Freedom Elementary rank in WY?
Freedom Elementary ranks #207 of 301 schools in WY.
What is Freedom Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Freedom Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Freedom Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Freedom Elementary a charter school?
No, Freedom Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Freedom Elementary a Title I school?
No, Freedom Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Freedom Elementary?
9.8% of students at Freedom 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Laramie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (307) 771-2305
Resources & Links
District
Laramie County School District #1- District Enrollment
- 13,575
- Schools in District
- 38
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,376
- District Rank
- #14 of 36
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