Serving 98 students in grades 7-12, Friend High Schools ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 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 Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NE)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Friend High Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Friend High Schools's student population of 98 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
98 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Friend High Schools ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Friend High Schools 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
#484 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 High Schools's ranking?
Friend High Schools is ranked #484 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
What is the graduation rate of Friend High Schools?
The graduation rate of Friend High Schools is 50%, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 87%.
How many students attend Friend High Schools?
98 students attend Friend High Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Friend High Schools students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Friend High Schools?
Friend High Schools has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Friend High Schools offer ?
Friend High Schools offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Friend High Schools part of?
Friend High Schools is part of Friend School District.
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