Needs Improvement
#7842 of 8,552 schools in TX
Yates H S
High School · HOUSTON ISD
3650 ALABAMA ST, Houston, TX 77004
Enrollment
781
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
781
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,842 of 8,552
In Houston
#644 of 723
public schools
In district
#246 of 272
HOUSTON ISD
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About Yates H S
Yates H S is a public high school in Houston, TX, part of HOUSTON ISD. Yates H S serves approximately 781 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Yates H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,842 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Yates H S show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
69% of students at Yates H S were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Yates H S — Students at Yates H S score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How Yates H S Compares
See how Yates H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3650 ALABAMA ST, Houston, TX 77004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yates H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ENERGY INSTITUTE H S (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is H S FOR LAW AND JUSTICE (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOUSTON ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| M.O.M. EARLY CHILDHOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 0.5 mi | — |
| BLACKSHEAR EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| THE LAWSON ACADEMY Houston | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| ENERGY INSTITUTE H S Houston | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE ACADEMY AT RYAN Houston | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| YELLOWSTONE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| YELLOWSTONE ACADEMY Houston | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| LOCKHART EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| ST MARY OF THE PURIFICATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| H S FOR LAW AND JUSTICE Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| HOUSTON ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Houston | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| THOMPSON EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY Houston | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| A+ UNLIMITED POTENTIAL - UNIVERSITY Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ELEVATE COLLEGIATE Houston | 1.4 mi | 2.0 |
| CAGE EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| PROJECT CHRYSALIS MIDDLE Houston | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| AUSTIN H S Houston | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| LANTRIP EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| BEATRICE MAYES INSTITUTE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,901
Median Home Value
$384,100
Median Rent
$1,320/mo
Population
35,866
College Educated
57.1%
Homeownership
37.7%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
29.7%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yates H S
What grades does Yates H S serve?
Yates H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Yates H S?
Yates H S has an enrollment of approximately 781 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yates H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Yates H S is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yates H S rank in TX?
Yates H S ranks #7,842 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Yates H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Yates H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Yates H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yates H S has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Yates H S a charter school?
No, Yates H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yates H S a Title I school?
No, Yates H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yates H S?
90.8% of students at Yates H S 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 781
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.0%
- Phone
- (713) 748-5400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 64.0%
Resources & Links
District
HOUSTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 184,109
- Schools in District
- 274
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,072
- District Rank
- #246 of 272
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