Serving 974 students in grades 9-12, North Forest High School 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 11% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 974 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Forest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Forest High School's student population of 974 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
974 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Forest High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Forest High School is 0.52, 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
#8007 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
52%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Forest High School's ranking?
North Forest High School is ranked #8007 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are North Forest High School often compared to?
North Forest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nimitz High School, Elsik High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Forest High School?
The graduation rate of North Forest High School is 75%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Forest High School?
974 students attend North Forest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of North Forest High School students are Black, 46% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Forest High School?
North Forest High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Forest High School offer ?
North Forest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Forest High School part of?
North Forest High School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is North Forest High School located?
North Forest High School is located in the East Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in East Houston.
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