Serving 127 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Friend Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Friend Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Friend, NE, covering approximately 110.4 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Friend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Friend Elementary School's student population of 127 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
127 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Friend Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Friend Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#320 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Friend Elementary School's ranking?
Friend Elementary School is ranked #320 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Friend Elementary School often compared to?
Friend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tri County Elementary School, Crete Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Friend Elementary School?
127 students attend Friend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Friend Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Friend Elementary School?
Friend Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Friend Elementary School offer ?
Friend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Friend Elementary School part of?
Friend Elementary School is part of Friend School District.
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