Serving 144 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- 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 144 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Friend Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Friend Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#354 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
94%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Friend Elementary School's ranking?
Friend Elementary School is ranked #354 out of 902 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
144 students attend Friend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Friend Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Friend Elementary School?
Friend Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than 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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