Below Average
#7275 of 8,547 schools in TX
Based on limited data
Friends for Life Middle
Middle School · AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE PUB CHTR SCH
5503 EL CAMINO DEL REY, Houston, TX 77081
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 661 schools in HOUSTON. Learn more
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Houston
#565 of 723
public schools
Texas middle schools
#1,520 of 1,693
In district
#2 of 2
AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE PUB CHTR SCH
About Friends for Life Middle
Friends For Life Middle is a charter middle school located in the bustling city of Houston, Texas. Serving students from sixth to eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 210 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17.5:1 with 12 full-time equivalent teachers. While academic performance metrics are not available, Friends For Life Middle is focused on providing a supportive learning environment that emphasizes personal development and community engagement.
The school's setting in the heart of Houston offers students access to a wide range of cultural and educational resources within the city.
What Parents Should Know
Friends for Life Middle is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Friends for Life Middle Compares
See how Friends for Life Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5503 EL CAMINO DEL REY, Houston, TX 77081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friends for Life Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is MEMORIAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Bellaire), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| RODRIGUEZ EL Houston | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER HIGH Houston | 0.3 mi | — |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER EL Houston | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER MIDDLE Houston | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| LIBERTY H S Houston | 0.5 mi | 2.9 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC GULFTON Houston | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| SAN FRANCISCO NATIVITY ACADEMY Houston | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| CUNNINGHAM EL Houston | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| EXCEL ACADEMY EDUCATION TRANSITION CENTER Houston | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| MARINER MONTESSORI Houston | 0.9 mi | — |
| BENAVIDEZ EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| SCHOOL AT ST GEORGE PLACE Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ROBINDELL PRIVATE SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| MANDARIN IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| PILGRIM ACADEMY Houston | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| MEMORIAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| SER-NINOS CHARTER EL II Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| HOLY GHOST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bellaire | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,228
Median Home Value
$245,200
Median Rent
$990/mo
Population
51,366
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
6.5%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
33.5%
Median Age
28.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Friends for Life Middle has a median household income of $42,228. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $245,200, with a median rent of $990/month. The area has a poverty rate of 33.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| ANTHONY MIDDLE Anthony, TX | 4.5 |
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| IDEA AMBROSE AND FREDA ROBINSON COLLEGE PREPARATOR Weslaco, TX | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friends for Life Middle
What grades does Friends for Life Middle serve?
Friends for Life Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Friends for Life Middle?
Friends for Life Middle has an enrollment of approximately 210 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friends for Life Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Friends for Life Middle is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Friends for Life Middle rank in TX?
Friends for Life Middle is ranked #7275 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Friends for Life Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Friends for Life Middle has a composite rating of 4.5 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.
Is Friends for Life Middle a charter school?
Yes, Friends for Life Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Friends for Life Middle a Title I school?
No, Friends for Life Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Friends for Life Middle?
98.1% of students at Friends for Life Middle 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
- City Safety
- High (5,451/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Houston). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 210
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 349-9945
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
AMIGOS POR VIDA-FRIENDS FOR LIFE PUB CHTR SCH- District Enrollment
- 694
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,686
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
Other Schools in This District
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