For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 250 students in Friend, NE.
The top ranked public schools in Friend, NE are Friend Elementary School and Friend High Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Friend, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Friend have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Friend, NE (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Friend Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 Main St
Friend, NE 68359
(402) 947-2781
Friend, NE 68359
(402) 947-2781
Grades: PK-6
| 154 students
Rank: #22.
Friend High Schools
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Main St
Friend, NE 68359
(402) 947-2781
Friend, NE 68359
(402) 947-2781
Grades: 7-12
| 96 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Friend, NE?
The top ranked public schools in Friend, NE include Friend Elementary School and Friend High Schools.
How many public schools are located in Friend, NE?
2 public schools are located in Friend, NE.
What is the racial composition of students in Friend, NE?
Friend, NE public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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