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Friendswood Since the 1980s Friendswood has grown considerably; the current population is more than 36,000. Friendswood encompasses parts of two counties--Northern Galveston and southern Harris County, divided by the popular Clear Creek. Clear Creek offers direct water access to the Gulf of Mexico through Clear Lake and Galveston Bay. It is located 3 miles west of IH-45, halfway between Houston and Galveston. Friendswood encompasses 21 square miles and is over 70% developed. There is ample room for growth--commercially, industrially and residentially. Friendswood is a large area filled with lots of things to do not only within the Friendswood area but in the nearby communities. Friendswood is only about a 30 to 40 minute drive to downtown Houston and Galveston close enough to make a little drive to one of the local beaches yet far enough away to feel like your not even living in a coastal area. Friendswood has everything you could need or want not much of a drive to the amazing Kemah Boardwalk in Kemah where they have live bands, boardwalk games, resturants, amusement park rides and much more!
Within a thirty minute drive residents can attend cultural, educational and recreational events. Ballet, opera, theaters, orchestras, museums, NASA, amusements parks, observatories, zoos, major league sports of every kind, and the beach at Galveston are all conveniently available. Education is an important part of every successful community. Friendswood lies within two premier school districts--Clear Creek ISD and Friendswood ISD. Both are rated among the best in Texas. There are several community colleges, as well as quality four year universities and upper level graduate schools in close proximity.
If you ultimately decide on one of the homes for sale in Friendswood, the children will be attending the Clear Creek Independent School District (CCISD). CCISD is a highly sought after school system and has earned an Exemplary Rating by the Texas Education Agency (TEA), and parents regularly praise the high quality education their children receive. CCISDs mission is to develop students who will lead the way to the future by educating and equipping them with the skills necessary to excel in the 21st century through a system characterized by meaningful community relationships and a comprehensive curriculum facilitated by a highly qualified team committed to Courage, Collaboration, Innovation, and Self-Direction.
Landolt Elementary School - Campus rating Recognized. The mission of C.D. Landolt Elementary is to provide our diverse community of learners an individualized and challenging education in a positive environment. With the help of the home-school-community connection we will launch the leaders of tomorrow. Located: 2104 Pilgrims Point Friendswood, TX 77546
Brookside Intermediate - Campus rating Recognized. The mission of Brookside Intermediate School, in partnership with family and community, is to create a positive, safe, and stimulating learning environment which enables each student to recognize and develop his/her unique talents while excelling academically, emotionally, and physically; thus preparing each student to be a life-long learner and successful contributor to our multi-cultural, global society. Located: 3535 East FM 528 Friendswood, TX
Clear Creek High School - Campus Rating Recognized. Located: 501 Palomino Lane League City, Texas 77573
If you ultimately decide on one of the homes for sale in Friendswood, the children will be attending the Friendswood Independent School Discrict (FISD). We at FISD are proud to be a Texas Education Agency Exemplary Rated District. We have made it a major goal to assist our students in the development of their academic skills as well as provide them with opportunities to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities.
Westwood Bales Elementary - Campus rating Exemplary. Our Mission: Westwood-Bales students are valued and valuable. Guided by core character principles, they are well-mannered, respectful citizens who possess a strong academic foundation which fuels a continual passion for learning.Located:506 W. Edgewood Friendswood, Texas 77546
Cline Elementary - Campus rating Exemplary. C.W. Cline Elementary provides its students with a challenging curriculum designed to engage them while meeting their individual needs. Our curriculum features vertical and horizontal teaming, performance based activities, take home readers, benchmarks for grades 2-3 for reading, math and science, a supplemental reading program, S.E.A.R.C.H. for GT students and a Special Education program for indentified students. Our individual students and groups of students to promote good character traits and skills for success. Regardless of our students abilities, there is a program to meet their needs. Located: 505 Briarmeadow Friendswood, Texas 77546
Windsong Intermediate - Campus rating Exemplary. Windsong Intermediate provides students with a challenging curriculum designed to engage students while meeting their individual needs. Throughout their daily schedules, students receive instruction in reading/language arts, math, science, and social studies. Technology is integrated in all core subjects. In addition, Windsong offers instruction in Physical Education, art and music/choir. Windsong also has a well stocked library, two computer labs, a program for gifted and talented students, a reading improvement program and a full continuum of services for students with special needs. Located: 2100 W. Parkwood Friendswood, Texas 77546
Friendswood Jr. High School - Campus rating Exemplary. The staff, students, parents, and community of Friendswood Junior High are devoted to academic excellence and the cultivation of individual strengths and talents for all students. The school will provide a supportive climate and promote self-reliance, self-esteem, and respect for the rights of others. Located: 1000 Manison Parkway Friendswood, Texas 77546
Friendswood High School - Campus Rating Exemplary. We at Friendswood High School are proud to be a part of a TEA Exemplary rated district. We have made it a major goal to assist our students in the development of their academic skills as well as provide them with opportunities to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities. Located: 702 Greenbriar Friendswood, Texas 77546
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