Serving 1,036 students in grades 6-12, Yes Prep - Southwest ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,036 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yes Prep - Southwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Yes Prep - Southwest's student population of 1,036 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,036 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Yes Prep - Southwest ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yes Prep - Southwest is 0.10, 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
#3117 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yes Prep - Southwest's ranking?
Yes Prep - Southwest is ranked #3117 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yes Prep - Southwest?
The graduation rate of Yes Prep - Southwest is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Yes Prep - Southwest?
1,036 students attend Yes Prep - Southwest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Yes Prep - Southwest students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yes Prep - Southwest?
Yes Prep - Southwest has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yes Prep - Southwest offer ?
Yes Prep - Southwest offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Yes Prep - Southwest part of?
Yes Prep - Southwest is part of Yes Prep Public Schools Inc School District.
In what neighborhood is Yes Prep - Southwest located?
Yes Prep - Southwest is located in the Garden Place To Almeda neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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