Friendswood High School is a public secondary school located in Friendswood, Texas, United States. The school serves grades 9 through 12, and is a part of the Friendswood Independent School District. The school district was established on December 21, 1948, and covers 15 square miles.
Serving 2,014 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 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,014 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: FRIENDSWOOD H S serves an attendance zone that covers the entire Friendswood school district, encompassing approximately 16.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 4.3 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Friendswood High School's student population of 2,014 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,014 students
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Year Founded
1939
School Rankings
Friendswood High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Friendswood High School is 0.52, 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
#509 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
20%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
66%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustang
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 #509 out of 8,096 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 Springs High School, Clear Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% 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 90.3%.
How many students attend Friendswood High School?
2,014 students attend Friendswood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Friendswood High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Friendswood High School?
Friendswood High School has a student ration of 16:1, 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 Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love this school! It has so many good opportunities and so many fun people!
2 10/10/2025
With kind teachers who work with any student willing to work with them and exceptional career opportunities, I loved attending Friendswood High School.
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