Serving 1,004 students in grades 6-12, Yes Prep North Forest ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,004 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yes Prep North Forest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Yes Prep North Forest's student population of 1,004 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,004 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Mascot
The Legends
School Rankings
Yes Prep North Forest ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yes Prep North Forest is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6802 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
87%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Legends
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yes Prep North Forest's ranking?
Yes Prep North Forest is ranked #6802 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yes Prep North Forest?
The graduation rate of Yes Prep North Forest is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Yes Prep North Forest?
1,004 students attend Yes Prep North Forest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Yes Prep North Forest students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yes Prep North Forest?
Yes Prep North Forest has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yes Prep North Forest offer ?
Yes Prep North Forest offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Yes Prep North Forest part of?
Yes Prep North Forest is part of Yes Prep Public Schools Inc School District.
In what neighborhood is Yes Prep North Forest located?
Yes Prep North Forest is located in the East Little York And Homestead neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in East Little York And Homestead.
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