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Adams-friendship Elementary

Elementary School · Adams-Friendship Area School District

201 W 6th St, Friendship, WI 53934

Enrollment

486

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Friendship

#2 of 2

public schools

Wisconsin elementary schools

#749 of 1,099

In district

#2 of 3

Adams-Friendship Area School District

School environment

8.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Adams-friendship Elementary

Adams-Friendship Elementary serves 486 students from pre-kindergarten through fourth grade in the small community of Friendship, Wisconsin. With 43 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an intimate learning environment with an 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school has earned recognition as a standout institution, ranking #9 out of 2,112 elementary schools statewide and receiving a strong 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout.

This impressive performance places Adams-Friendship Elementary in the 100th percentile among Wisconsin schools, demonstrating the dedication of its educators and the school community. The surrounding neighborhood reflects a modest, working-class community where families have a median household income of $43,188 and median home values around $154,000. While only 11% of residents hold bachelor's degrees, the community's commitment to education is evident in the school's exceptional performance.

The area faces some economic challenges, with a poverty rate of 18.9% among the ZIP code's 4,206 residents. Adams-Friendship Elementary operates in Wisconsin's remote rural landscape, where the pace of life moves more slowly and community connections run deep, providing students with a close-knit educational environment.

What Parents Should Know

While current test scores at Adams-friendship Elementary are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Adams-friendship Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Above Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.33 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics3.5Fair30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27%
Reading/ELA Proficiency17%
Math vs. State Avg-27.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-34.2 pts
Overall Proficiency22%
Expected (poverty-adj.)35%
vs. Expected-13.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,086

Adams-friendship Elementary — Students at Adams-friendship Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.5%
School
State
53.6%
ELA Proficiency 27.9%
School
State
51.2%

Based on 8 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2025
Math
43%
ELA
33.8%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Adams-friendship Elementary Compares

See how Adams-friendship Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
39th percentile in WI
Academic
3.5/10
3.5/10
Growth
6.3/10
Above average
Environment
8.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers

Location

201 W 6th St, Friendship, WI 53934

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Adams-friendship Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lyndon Station Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Lyndon Station), which scores notably higher. Another option is Necedah Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Necedah), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, West Side Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Mauston), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Friendship, see our Friendship schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Adams-Friendship Middle Friendship 0.3 mi 7.0
Adams-Friendship High Adams 0.4 mi 3.9
QUEEN OF THE HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Necedah 12.6 mi
Necedah Elementary Necedah 13.3 mi 6.9
Necedah High Necedah 13.3 mi 3.9
Necedah Middle Necedah 13.3 mi 6.4
N-Vision Learning Center Necedah 13.3 mi 4.5
N-Gage Academy Necedah 13.3 mi 6.7
Lyndon Station Elementary Lyndon Station 18.3 mi 8.7
Coloma Elementary Coloma 15.4 mi 5.8
Oxford Elementary Oxford 17.5 mi 5.4
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Mauston 17.5 mi 6.7
Olson Middle Mauston 18.3 mi 7.4
West Side Elementary Mauston 18.3 mi 6.8
Mauston Montessori Charter School Mauston 18.3 mi 6.0
Grayside Elementary Mauston 18.4 mi 6.4
Lemonweir Academy Mauston 18.4 mi
Wisconsin Dells High Wisconsin Dells 22.6 mi 3.6
Westfield Area High Westfield 16.7 mi 6.5
Westfield Area Middle Westfield 16.7 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53934 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,563

Median Home Value

$166,700

Median Rent

$832/mo

Population

4,404

College Educated

12.7%

Homeownership

84.5%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

18.8%

Median Age

57.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Adams-friendship Elementary has a median household income of $46,563. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $166,700, with a median rent of $832/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.8%. The average commute for residents is 24 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
Academy of Accelerated Learning Milwaukee, WI 6.0
Bryant Elementary Superior, WI 6.0
Cooper Elementary Superior, WI 6.0
EDGEWOOD CAMPUS SCHOOL Madison, WI 6.0
GREATER HOLY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee, WI 6.0
HOLY APOSTLES SCHOOL New Berlin, WI 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Adams-friendship Elementary

What grades does Adams-friendship Elementary serve?

Adams-friendship Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Adams-friendship Elementary?

Adams-friendship Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Adams-friendship Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Adams-friendship Elementary is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Adams-friendship Elementary rank in WI?

Adams-friendship Elementary is ranked #1290 out of 2,102 schools in WI.

What is Adams-friendship Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Adams-friendship Elementary has a composite rating of 6.0 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 Adams-friendship Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Adams-friendship Elementary has 37.5% math proficiency and 27.9% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Adams-friendship Elementary a charter school?

No, Adams-friendship Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Adams-friendship Elementary a Title I school?

No, Adams-friendship Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Adams-friendship Elementary?

44.2% of students at Adams-friendship Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

County Safety
Average (540/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Adams County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Adams-Friendship Area School District
District Enrollment
1,286
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,308
District Rank
#2 of 3

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.

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