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#6346 of 8,552 schools in TX
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North Forest EL
Elementary School · YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC
6602 WINFIELD ROAD BLDG A, Houston, TX 77050
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,346 of 8,552
In Houston
#487 of 723
public schools
In district
#20 of 21
YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC
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About North Forest EL
North Forest EL is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC. North Forest EL serves approximately 646 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. North Forest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #6,346 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for North Forest EL show 32% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
North Forest EL is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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North Forest EL — Students at North Forest EL score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
How North Forest EL Compares
See how North Forest EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6602 WINFIELD ROAD BLDG A, Houston, TX 77050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Forest EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FALL CREEK EL (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Humble), which scores notably higher. Another option is ESCAMILLA EL (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARSHALL EL (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YES PREP NORTH FOREST Houston | 0.0 mi | 5.6 |
| MARSHALL EL Houston | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| GARCIA-LEZA EC/PK/K Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ESCAMILLA EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| JOHNSON EL Humble | 1.7 mi | 2.6 |
| TWO DIMENSIONS/VICKERY Houston | 1.9 mi | 2.7 |
| OLESON EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| HAMBRICK MIDDLE Houston | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| ORANGE GROVE EL Houston | 2.2 mi | 3.3 |
| FALL CREEK EL Humble | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| MACARTHUR H S Houston | 2.2 mi | 2.9 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT FALL CREEK Humble | 2.9 mi | — |
| NORTH FOREST H S Houston | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| NORTH EAST STEM ACADEMY Houston | 3.0 mi | 3.4 |
| FOREST BROOK MIDDLE Houston | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| VARDEMAN EC/PK/K Houston | 2.9 mi | 4.8 |
| MEAD MIDDLE Houston | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| WORSHAM EL Houston | 3.1 mi | 5.7 |
| SCARBOROUGH EL Houston | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| FONWOOD EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Houston | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,346
Median Home Value
$119,700
Median Rent
$1,195/mo
Population
5,854
College Educated
4.5%
Homeownership
54.5%
Poverty Rate
52.3%
Median Age
31.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Forest EL
What grades does North Forest EL serve?
North Forest EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend North Forest EL?
North Forest EL has an enrollment of approximately 646 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Forest EL?
The student-teacher ratio at North Forest EL is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Forest EL rank in TX?
North Forest EL ranks #6,346 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is North Forest EL's MySchoolScout rating?
North Forest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at North Forest EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Forest EL has 32% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
Is North Forest EL a charter school?
Yes, North Forest EL is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is North Forest EL a Title I school?
No, North Forest EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Forest EL?
94.9% of students at North Forest EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 646
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.4%
- Phone
- (713) 924-5600
Resources & Links
District
YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC- District Enrollment
- 17,622
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,353
- District Rank
- #20 of 21
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