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#2784 of 3,778 schools in FL
Friendship Elementary School
Elementary School · VOLUSIA
2746 FULFORD ST, Deltona, FL 32738
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,784 of 3,778
In Deltona
#7 of 14
public schools
In district
#53 of 80
VOLUSIA
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Friendship Elementary School
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About Friendship Elementary School
Friendship Elementary School is a public elementary school in Deltona, FL, part of VOLUSIA. Friendship Elementary School serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,784 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Friendship Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Friendship Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Friendship Elementary School — Students at Friendship Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.
How Friendship Elementary School Compares
See how Friendship Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2746 FULFORD ST, Deltona, FL 32738
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friendship Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IVY HAWN CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 8.1/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Lake Helen), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VOLUSIA PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Helen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Deltona, see our Deltona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DELTONA LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deltona | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| DELTONA ADVENTIST SCHOOL Deltona | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| GALAXY MIDDLE SCHOOL Deltona | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| TIMBERCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deltona | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Deltona | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| PRIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deltona | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| VOLUSIA PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Helen | 3.5 mi | 7.2 |
| SUNRISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deltona | 3.7 mi | 3.6 |
| PINE RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Deltona | 3.7 mi | 4.9 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD ACADEMY Deltona | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| DELTONA HIGH SCHOOL Deltona | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| IVY HAWN CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Lake Helen | 3.9 mi | 8.1 |
| SPIRIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deltona | 3.8 mi | 5.0 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Deltona | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| BLAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lake Helen | 4.5 mi | 6.3 |
| FOREST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deltona | 4.8 mi | 5.3 |
| DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deltona | 4.7 mi | 4.5 |
| DIVINE ACADEMY OF VOLUSIA COUNTY Orange City | 4.6 mi | — |
| CENTRAL FLORIDA ACADEMY Lake Helen | 4.9 mi | 5.5 |
| OSTEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osteen | 5.5 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32738 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,394
Median Home Value
$257,700
Median Rent
$1,608/mo
Population
48,458
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
82.3%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
36.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BENNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale, FL | 5.1 |
| CENTRAL POINTE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kissimmee, FL | 5.1 |
| EGRET LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Palm Beach, FL | 5.1 |
| HOGAN-SPRING GLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 5.1 |
| KINGDOM ACADEMY Miami, FL | 5.1 |
| LAKE ORIENTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamonte Springs, FL | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friendship Elementary School
What grades does Friendship Elementary School serve?
Friendship Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Friendship Elementary School?
Friendship Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Friendship Elementary School rank in FL?
Friendship Elementary School ranks #2,784 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Friendship Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Friendship Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Friendship Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Friendship Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Friendship Elementary School a charter school?
No, Friendship Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Friendship Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Friendship Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Friendship Elementary School?
81.8% of students at Friendship Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 422
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Volusia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (386) 789-7030
Resources & Links
District
VOLUSIA- District Enrollment
- 62,742
- Schools in District
- 89
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,727
- District Rank
- #53 of 80
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