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7.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Friend, Nebraska

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
7.0/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$81,250

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$179,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
27%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
35 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
80%

Of occupied housing units

How Friend compares

Median household income

$81k

109% of Nebraska median

About Schools in Friend, Nebraska

Friend, Nebraska is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Friend perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Friend is Friend High Schools with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Friend is served by 1 school district: FRIEND PUBLIC SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 242 students.

Friend's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $81,250. The poverty rate in the area is 6.0%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 68359 (2)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 144 students · Pre-K–6th 6.2

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 98 students · 7th–12th 7.8

Schools in Friend

Friend, Nebraska · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$81,250

Median Home Value

$179,900

Median Rent

$812/mo

Population

1,512

College Educated

27%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

35 min

Poverty Rate

6.0%

Community Profile

Friend has a median household income of $81,250. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $179,900, with a median rent of $812/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

Total Schools
2
Elementary
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
7.0/10

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Friend, Nebraska

How many schools are in Friend, Nebraska?

Friend has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Friend, Nebraska?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Friend is 7.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Friend, Nebraska?

The top-ranked school in Friend on MySchoolScout is Friend High Schools with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Friend, Nebraska?

The top-ranked elementary school in Friend on MySchoolScout is Friend Elementary School with a composite score of 6.2/10.

What is the best high school in Friend, Nebraska?

The top-ranked high school in Friend on MySchoolScout is Friend High Schools with a composite score of 7.8/10.

How many school districts serve Friend, Nebraska?

Friend is served by 1 school district: Friend Public Schools.

What is the education level in Friend, Nebraska?

According to Census data, 27% of adults in Friend have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Friend, Nebraska?

The median household income in Friend is approximately $81,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Friend, Nebraska?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Friend is 10.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Friend, Nebraska?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Nebraska Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.