Very Good
#3000 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 35% in state
Yes Prep - North Central
High School · YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC
13703 ALDINE WESTFIELD RD, Houston, TX 77039
Enrollment
999
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
999
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,000 of 8,552
In Houston
#164 of 723
public schools
In district
#5 of 21
YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Yes Prep - North Central
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About Yes Prep - North Central
Yes Prep - North Central is a public high school in Houston, TX, part of YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC. Yes Prep - North Central serves approximately 999 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Yes Prep - North Central has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,000 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Yes Prep - North Central show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Yes Prep - North Central 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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Yes Prep - North Central — Students at Yes Prep - North Central score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 5.9/10.
How Yes Prep - North Central Compares
See how Yes Prep - North Central 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
13703 ALDINE WESTFIELD RD, Houston, TX 77039
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yes Prep - North Central may also want to explore other high schools in the area. AVALOS P-TECH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HALL SUCCESS ACADEMY (rated 4.0/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MACARTHUR H S (rated 2.9/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTH CENTRAL EL Houston | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| HINOJOSA EC/PK/K Houston | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| REED ACADEMY Houston | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| RAYMOND EL Houston | 0.4 mi | 2.6 |
| GRANTHAM ACADEMY Houston | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| STEPHENS EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| MEAD MIDDLE Houston | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| AVALOS P-TECH SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| LANE SCHOOL Houston | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| VARDEMAN EC/PK/K Houston | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| ALDINE MIDDLE Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| ECKERT EL Houston | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| DE SANTIAGO EC/PK/K Houston | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| HALL SUCCESS ACADEMY Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| ODOM EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| MACARTHUR H S Houston | 1.9 mi | 2.9 |
| WORSHAM EL Houston | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| OLESON EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| CALVERT EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| HAMBRICK MIDDLE Houston | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,567
Median Home Value
$148,600
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
28,335
College Educated
5.3%
Homeownership
59.9%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
25%
Median Age
32.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROWNSBORO H S Brownsboro, TX | 7.1 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - FORT WORTH Fort Worth, TX | 7.1 |
| IDEA EDINBURG COLLEGE PREPARATORY Edinburg, TX | 7.1 |
| IDEA RIVERVIEW COLLEGE PREPARATORY Brownsville, TX | 7.1 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW H S El Paso, TX | 7.1 |
| ARISTOI CLASSICAL UPPER SCHOOL Katy, TX | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yes Prep - North Central
What grades does Yes Prep - North Central serve?
Yes Prep - North Central serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Yes Prep - North Central?
Yes Prep - North Central has an enrollment of approximately 999 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yes Prep - North Central?
The student-teacher ratio at Yes Prep - North Central 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 Yes Prep - North Central rank in TX?
Yes Prep - North Central ranks #3,000 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Yes Prep - North Central's MySchoolScout rating?
Yes Prep - North Central has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Yes Prep - North Central?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yes Prep - North Central has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Yes Prep - North Central a charter school?
Yes, Yes Prep - North Central is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Yes Prep - North Central a Title I school?
No, Yes Prep - North Central is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yes Prep - North Central?
90.5% of students at Yes Prep - North Central 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 999
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (713) 967-8800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC- District Enrollment
- 17,622
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,353
- District Rank
- #5 of 21
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