7.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Friendship, New York

2 schools · 1 Middle · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Private: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.6/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.6/10
Median household income: $51,121
Median home value: $65,900
Bachelor's degree or higher: 9%
Avg commute: 24 min
Owner-occupied homes: 83%

How Friendship compares

Median household income

$51k

55% of New York median

About Schools in Friendship, New York

Friendship, New York is home to 2 schools, including 1 public school and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Friendship perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Friendship is Friendship Central School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Friendship is served by 1 school district: FRIENDSHIP CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 288 students.

Friendship's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $51,121. The poverty rate in the area is 30.2%.

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.

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Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	WHITE CREEK SCHOOL Private 25 students · 1st–8th	25	1st–8th	Not Rated

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	FRIENDSHIP CENTRAL SCHOOL 265 students · Pre-K–12th	265	Pre-K–12th	7.6

Schools in Friendship

Friendship, New York · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$51,121

Median Home Value

$65,900

Median Rent

$889/mo

Population

2,494

College Educated

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

30.2%

Community Profile

Friendship has a median household income of $51,121. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $65,900, with a median rent of $889/month. The area has a poverty rate of 30.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: New York
Total Schools: 2
Middle: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.6/10

Resources

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School District

FRIENDSHIP CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

1 school · 288 students

Nearby Cities

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Little Gennessee (1 school)

14 mi

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Portville (2 schools)

17 mi

Olean (7 schools)

18 mi

Franklinville (2 schools)

18 mi

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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 Friendship, New York

How many schools are in Friendship, New York?

Friendship has 2 schools, including 1 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Friendship, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Friendship is 7.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Friendship, New York?

The top-ranked school in Friendship on MySchoolScout is Friendship Central School with a composite score of 7.6/10.

How many school districts serve Friendship, New York?

Friendship is served by 1 school district: Friendship Central School District.

What is the education level in Friendship, New York?

According to Census data, 9% of adults in Friendship have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Friendship, New York?

The median household income in Friendship is approximately $51,121 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Friendship, New York?

Yes, Friendship has 1 private school alongside 1 public schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Friendship, New York?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Friendship is 16.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Friendship, New York?

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.