Excellent
#206 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 5% in state
Friendship JR High School
Middle School · Comm Cons SD 59
550 Elizabeth Ln, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Des Plaines
#2 of 17
public schools
Illinois middle schools
#34 of 684
In district
#5 of 15
Comm Cons SD 59
School environment
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Friendship JR High School
Friendship JR High School is a public middle school in Des Plaines, IL, part of the Comm Cons SD 59. The school serves approximately 616 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 94.6th percentile among IL schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 27% proficiency in math and 33% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $85,415, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Friendship JR High School — Students at Friendship JR High School score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 5 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.0/10.
How Friendship JR High School Compares
See how Friendship JR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 28% (2019) to 25% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 39% (2019) to 33% (2022).
Location
550 Elizabeth Ln, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friendship JR High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Holmes Jr High School (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Mount Prospect), with a very similar rating. Another option is Algonquin Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Chippewa Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Des Plaines, see our Des Plaines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCIENCE ACADEMY OF CHICAGO Mount Prospect | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Devonshire School Des Plaines | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Brentwood Elem School Des Plaines | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Terrace Elem School Des Plaines | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Robert Frost Elem School Mount Prospect | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Maine West High School Des Plaines | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Lions Park Elem School Mt. Prospect | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Algonquin Middle School Des Plaines | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Forest Elem School Des Plaines | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| ST RAYMOND SCHOOL Mount Prospect | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Plainfield Elem School Des Plaines | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Lincoln Middle School Mount Prospect | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| John Jay Elem School Mount Prospect | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mount Prospect | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| WILLOWS ACADEMY Des Plaines | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Chippewa Middle School Des Plaines | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Cumberland Elem School Des Plaines | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| The Early Learning Center Mt. Prospect | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Holmes Jr High School Mount Prospect | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Forest View Elem School Mount Prospect | 2.5 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,415
Median Home Value
$302,400
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
29,302
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
41.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Friendship JR High School has a median household income of $85,415. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $302,400, with a median rent of $1,174/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cooper Middle School Buffalo Grove, IL | 8.5 |
| Eisenhower Jr High School Darien, IL | 8.5 |
| Hawthorn Middle School South Vernon Hills, IL | 8.5 |
| Holmes Jr High School Mount Prospect, IL | 8.5 |
| Coal City Middle School Coal City, IL | 8.6 |
| Palos South Middle School Palos Park, IL | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friendship JR High School
What grades does Friendship JR High School serve?
Friendship JR High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Friendship JR High School?
Friendship JR High School has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship JR High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Friendship JR High School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Friendship JR High School rank in IL?
Friendship JR High School is ranked #206 out of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Friendship JR High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Friendship JR High School has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Friendship JR High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Friendship JR High School has 26.5% math proficiency and 32.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Friendship JR High School a charter school?
No, Friendship JR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Friendship JR High School a Title I school?
No, Friendship JR High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Friendship JR High School?
63.8% of students at Friendship JR High 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.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 59 Somewhat Walkable
- Transit Score
- 38 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 57 Bikeable
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,264/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 616
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (847) 593-4350
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Comm Cons SD 59- District Enrollment
- 5,869
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,948
- District Rank
- #5 of 15
Other Schools in This District
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