Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Friendship Central School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Friendship Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Friendship Central School's student population of 259 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day...
School Rankings
Friendship Central School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Friendship Central School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1892 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
2%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
93%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Friendship Central School's ranking?
Friendship Central School is ranked #1892 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Friendship Central School often compared to?
Friendship Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Genesee Valley Central School, Cuba-rushford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Friendship Central School?
The graduation rate of Friendship Central School is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Friendship Central School?
259 students attend Friendship Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Friendship Central School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Friendship Central School?
Friendship Central School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Friendship Central School offer ?
Friendship Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Friendship Central School part of?
Friendship Central School is part of Friendship Central School District.
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