Friendswood, TX
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 33,268 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | High |
Climate
The typical Friendswood climate is subtropical, meaning mild winters and hot summers, with abundant rainfall.
Geography
The city is situated between Houston and Galveston.
Cultural Attractions
The cultural activities of Houston and the beaches of Galveston are a short drive away.
Recreation
Friendswood boasts eight city parks and two county parks, with plenty of green space and nature trails.
Historical
The city began in 1895 as a predominantly Quaker community.
| Math score of schools here versus the state average [details] | Higher |
| Reading score of schools here versus the state average[details] | Higher |
| Number of elementary schools | 7 |
| Number of middle schools | 2 |
| Number of high schools | 1 |
| America's Best Colleges in the location itself / within 30 miles / within 50 miles | 0 / 1 / 1 |
High schools ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Medal | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| No data available. | |||
Colleges ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Rank | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art Institute of Houston | Houston, TX | Unranked | N/A |
| Brazosport College | Lake Jackson, TX | Unranked | N/A |
| Texas Chiropractic College | Pasadena, TX | Unranked | N/A |
| Texas Southern University | Houston, TX | Unranked, U.-Master's (W) | N/A |
| University of Houston | Houston, TX | Tier 4, Nat. U. | 34,663 |
| University of Houston--Clear Lake | Houston, TX | Unranked | N/A |
| University of Houston--Downtown | Houston, TX | Unranked, Bacc. Coll. (W) | 11,793 |
| University of Texas Health Science Center--Houston | Houston, TX | Unranked | N/A |
| University of Texas Medical Branch--Galveston | Galveston, TX | Unranked | 2,422 |
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