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7.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Friendswood, Texas

14 schools · 9 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High

Public: 11
Private: 3
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 7.0/10
Estimated Scores: 23%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
7.0/10

62% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$121,914

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$354,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
47%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
28 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
76%

Of occupied housing units

How Friendswood compares

Texas rank

#271 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.8

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$122k

164% of Texas median

Schools in this city

13

About Schools in Friendswood, Texas

Friendswood, Texas is home to 14 schools, including 11 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Friendswood show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

Friendswood is served by 2 school districts: CLEAR CREEK ISD, FRIENDSWOOD ISD. These districts collectively serve 46,342 students.

Friendswood's community shows 47% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $121,914. The poverty rate in the area is 3.1%.

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 Level: All Levels (14) Elementary (9) Middle (3) High (2)
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Filter by Rating: All Ratings (14) Academics (14) Growth (10) Resources (11)
Filter by ZIP: 77546 (14)

Elementary Schools

9 schools
# School Rating
1
C W CLINE EL
880 students · Pre-K–5th 		7.5
2
ZUE S BALES INT
625 students · 3rd–5th 		7.5
3
WINDSONG EL
657 students · Pre-K–5th 		7.5
4
C D LANDOLT EL
720 students · Pre-K–5th 		6.8
5
WESTWOOD EL
551 students · Pre-K–2nd 		6.8
6
WEDGEWOOD EL
627 students · Pre-K–5th 		5.7
Private Schools 3 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
THE GALLOWAY SCHOOL Private
112 students · Pre-K–8th 		Not Rated
2
LIFE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Private
71 students · Pre-K–8th 		Not Rated
3
LITTLE WONDERS OF BAYBROOK BAPTIST Private
1 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten 		Not Rated

Middle Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1
BROOKSIDE INT
834 students · 6th–8th 		7.7
2
WESTBROOK INT
1,154 students · 6th–8th 		7.5
3
FRIENDSWOOD J H
1,531 students · 6th–8th 		5.3

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
FRIENDSWOOD H S
1,966 students · 9th–12th 		7.7
2
CLEAR BROOK H S
2,322 students · 9th–12th 		7.3

Schools in Friendswood

Friendswood, Texas · 14 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$121,914

Median Home Value

$354,300

Median Rent

$1,689/mo

Population

54,082

College Educated

47%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Community Profile

Friendswood has a median household income of $121,914. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $354,300, with a median rent of $1,689/month. The local poverty rate of 3.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Texas
Total Schools
14
Elementary
9
Middle
3
High
2
Districts
2
Avg Rating
7.0/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Friendswood schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Friendswood 📊 Niche Friendswood Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School Districts (2)

CLEAR CREEK ISD

47 schools · 40,132 students

FRIENDSWOOD ISD

6 schools · 6,210 students

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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 Friendswood, Texas

How many schools are in Friendswood, Texas?

Friendswood has 14 schools, including 11 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Friendswood, Texas?

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

What is the top-ranked school in Friendswood, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Friendswood on MySchoolScout is The Galloway School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Friendswood, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Friendswood on MySchoolScout is The Galloway School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Friendswood, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Friendswood on MySchoolScout is Brookside Int with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best high school in Friendswood, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Friendswood on MySchoolScout is Friendswood H S with a composite score of 7.7/10.

How many school districts serve Friendswood, Texas?

Friendswood is served by 2 school districts: Clear Creek ISD, Friendswood ISD.

What is the education level in Friendswood, Texas?

According to Census data, 47% of adults in Friendswood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Friendswood, Texas?

The median household income in Friendswood is approximately $121,914 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Friendswood, Texas?

Yes, Friendswood has 3 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Galloway School with a score of 7.8/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Friendswood, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Friendswood is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Friendswood, Texas?

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, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.