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Friendship Learning Elementary

Elementary School · North Fond du Lac School District

1098 Prospect Ave, North Fond Du Lac, WI 54937

Enrollment

628

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,069 of 2,105

In North Fond Du Lac

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

North Fond du Lac School District

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Friendship Learning Elementary

6.5/10

Elementary School in North Fond Du Lac · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Friendship Learning Elementary

Friendship Learning Elementary is a public elementary school in North Fond Du Lac, WI, part of North Fond du Lac School District. Friendship Learning Elementary serves approximately 628 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Learning Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,069 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Friendship Learning Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.7% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.2% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-8.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,061
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

Friendship Learning Elementary — Students at Friendship Learning Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 33.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
19%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
18%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
18%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
36.8%
ELA
28.5%
2025
Math
45.7%
ELA
37.2%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Friendship Learning Elementary Compares

See how Friendship Learning Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
49th percentile in WI
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

Location

1098 Prospect Ave, North Fond Du Lac, WI 54937

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Friendship Learning Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverside Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Fond Du Lac), which scores notably higher. Another option is Waters Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Fond Du Lac), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Evans Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Fond Du Lac), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Fond Du Lac, see our North Fond Du Lac schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Fond Du Lac 0.2 mi 4.2
Horace Mann High North Fond Du Lac 0.3 mi 4.4
Bessie Allen Middle North Fond Du Lac 0.3 mi 5.5
Early Learning Center North Fond Du Lac 0.4 mi 3.2
Treffert Way for the Exceptional Mind North Fond Du Lac 0.6 mi 4.6
Parkside Elementary Fond Du Lac 2.3 mi 6.7
Sabish Middle Fond Du Lac 2.5 mi 7.1
REDEEMER LUTHERAN GRADE SCHOOL Fond Du Lac 2.9 mi 4.6
Evans Elementary Fond Du Lac 3.0 mi 7.6
Early Learning in Fond du Lac Fond Du Lac 3.0 mi 3.9
Fond du Lac STEM Academy Fond Du Lac 3.6 mi 9.2
Chegwin Elementary Fond Du Lac 3.4 mi 4.8
Riverside Elementary Fond Du Lac 3.9 mi 8.6
TRINITY BAPTIST SCHOOL Fond Du Lac 3.7 mi
Rosenow Elementary Fond Du Lac 3.6 mi 6.7
WINNEBAGO LUTHERAN ACADEMY Fond Du Lac 3.9 mi 6.0
Waters Elementary Fond Du Lac 4.4 mi 7.7
Fond du Lac High Fond Du Lac 3.9 mi 5.8
Roberts Elementary Fond Du Lac 4.4 mi 6.5
LUTHER MEMORIAL SCHOOL Fond Du Lac 4.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54937 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,212

Median Home Value

$262,000

Median Rent

$1,097/mo

Population

21,877

College Educated

24.6%

Homeownership

73.3%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

46.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Friendship Learning Elementary

What grades does Friendship Learning Elementary serve?

Friendship Learning Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Friendship Learning Elementary?

Friendship Learning Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 628 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Learning Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Learning Elementary is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Friendship Learning Elementary rank in WI?

Friendship Learning Elementary ranks #1,069 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Friendship Learning Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Friendship Learning Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Learning Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Friendship Learning Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Friendship Learning Elementary a charter school?

No, Friendship Learning Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Friendship Learning Elementary a Title I school?

No, Friendship Learning Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Friendship Learning Elementary?

53.0% of students at Friendship Learning 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

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
628
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Fond du Lac County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

District

North Fond du Lac School District
District Enrollment
1,555
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,061
District Rank
#1 of 5

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