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Friendly High School
  • Public
  • FORT WASHINGTON, MD
Public School
Prince George's County Public Schools

Friendly High School

  • C minus
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • FORT WASHINGTON, MD
  • 284 reviews
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    C minus
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      C minus
    2. Diversity
      B+
    3. Teachers
      C minus
    4. College Prep
      C minus
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C
    6. Health & Safety
      C minus
    7. Administration
      D
    8. Sports
      B
    9. Food
      C minus
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C minus
    pgcps.org/schools/friendly-high
    (301) 449-4900
    10000 ALLENTOWN RD
    FORT WASHINGTON, MD 20744
    About Friendly High School...

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    Grades
    9-12
    Students
    791
    From Friendly High School

    Prince George’s County offers easy access to the nation’s political, cultural and entertainment center. The vibrant Washington corridor boasts historical sites and museums, top universities and colleges, and a high quality of living.

    Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), one of the nation's 20th largest school districts, has 208 schools and centers, more than 136,500 students and nearly 22,000 employees. The school system serves a diverse student population from urban, suburban and rural communities located in the Washington, DC suburbs. PGCPS is nationally recognized for college and career-readiness programs that provide students with unique learning opportunities, including dual enrollment and language immersion.

    The Board of Education works to advance student achievement through community engagement, sound policy governance, accountability and fiscal responsibility. The school system's highest priority is to prepare students to meet the demands of college and careers.

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    52%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    17%
    Average Graduation Rate
    79%
    Average SAT
    950
    232 responses
    Average ACT
    20
    22 responses
    AP Enrollment
    7%
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    Friendly
    B minus
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Cost of Living
      B minus
    2. Good for Families
      C+
    3. Housing
      B minus
    Median Household Income
    $130,577
    National
    $62,843
    Median Rent
    $2,236
    National
    $1,062
    Median Home Value
    $320,700
    National
    $217,500
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    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    C minus
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    58%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 31 responses
    Poll
    61%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 31 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 77 responses
    • Homecoming
      27%
    • Pep Rally
      19%
    • Football Games
      14%
    • Graduation
      10%
    • Morning spirit train for homecoming
      8%
    • Tennis Games
      6%
    • Homecoming
      5%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    791
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    49%
    79%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 33 responses
    79%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 33 responses
    88%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 33 responses
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    15:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $72,458
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    23.3%
    44%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 43 responses
    42%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 43 responses
    47%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 43 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $17,178 / year
    National
    $12,239
    63%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 56 responses
    23%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 56 responses
    46%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 56 responses

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