Friendswood Independent School District (Isd)

The Friendswood Independent School District (Isd) in Texas is home to 6 highly-ranked schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district as a whole is ranked 19 out of 968 school districts in Texas and is rated 5 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating exceptional academic performance.

Among the standout schools in the district, Friendswood High School is ranked 186 out of 1,987 Texas high schools and boasts a remarkable 99% four-year graduation rate. The school consistently outperforms the state average on STAAR EOC exams, particularly in English, Biology, and U.S. History. Similarly, Friendswood J.H. (Middle School) is ranked 105 out of 2,361 Texas middle schools and demonstrates exceptional performance on STAAR tests, with 75-87% proficiency in Reading and 53-80% in Mathematics. Additionally, Windsong Elementary is ranked 250 out of 4,675 Texas elementary schools and consistently achieves high proficiency rates on STAAR Reading and Mathematics tests.

While the district's schools generally outperform state averages, there are some potential equity concerns. The elementary schools with higher percentages of free/reduced-price lunch recipients tend to have lower test scores compared to the other elementary schools. However, the district as a whole maintains a strong commitment to academic excellence, with its schools consistently ranked among the top in the state and demonstrating sustained high performance over the years.