Serving 1,983 students in grades 9-12, Friendswood High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,983 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Friendswood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Friendswood High School's student population of 1,983 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,983 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Friendswood High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Friendswood High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#430 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
69%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Friendswood High School's ranking?
Friendswood High School is ranked #430 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Friendswood High School often compared to?
Friendswood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clear Creek High School, Clear Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Friendswood High School?
The graduation rate of Friendswood High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Friendswood High School?
1,983 students attend Friendswood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Friendswood High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Friendswood High School?
Friendswood High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Friendswood High School offer ?
Friendswood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Friendswood High School part of?
Friendswood High School is part of Friendswood ISD School District.
School Reviews
2 11/11/2020
With kind teachers who work with any student willing to work with them and exceptional career opportunities, I loved attending Friendswood High School.
5 11/5/2014
I love this school! It has so many good opportunities and so many fun people!
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