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Yes Prep - Southeast

High School · YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC

353 CRENSHAW RD, Houston, TX 77034

Charter

Enrollment

875

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,337 of 8,552

In Houston

#278 of 723

public schools

In district

#9 of 21

YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC

Equity

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Yes Prep - Southeast

6.3/10

High School in Houston · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Yes Prep - Southeast

Yes Prep - Southeast is a public high school in Houston, TX, part of YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC. Yes Prep - Southeast serves approximately 875 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Yes Prep - Southeast has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,337 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Yes Prep - Southeast show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Yes Prep - Southeast 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.

33% of students at Yes Prep - Southeast 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.7 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
College Readiness8.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation34.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,353
Chronic Absenteeism33%

Yes Prep - Southeast — Students at Yes Prep - Southeast score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 70.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 73.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
83%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
46.6%
2024
Math
32%
ELA
65%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Yes Prep - Southeast Compares

See how Yes Prep - Southeast performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
49th percentile in TX
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
10
5 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
86%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
34.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
5 boys'·5 girls'·10 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

353 CRENSHAW RD, Houston, TX 77034

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Yes Prep - Southeast may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PASADENA MEMORIAL H S (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Pasadena), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BETA ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, TEGELER CAREER CENTER (rated 5.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Pasadena), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
SOUTHEAST EL Houston 0.1 mi 8.2
DARUL ARQAM SOUTHEAST Houston 0.5 mi
YOUNG EL Pasadena 0.8 mi 3.0
SOUTH HOUSTON H S So Houston 0.9 mi 5.0
EARNESTEEN MILSTEAD MIDDLE Houston 0.9 mi 5.7
MILLER INT Pasadena 1.0 mi 7.9
GENOA EL Houston 1.2 mi 4.7
PEARL HALL EL So Houston 1.2 mi 3.5
BETA ACADEMY Houston 1.2 mi 5.8
GARFIELD EL Houston 1.5 mi 4.2
FREEMAN EL Houston 1.6 mi 4.2
TEAGUE EL Pasadena 1.6 mi 6.2
TEGELER CAREER CENTER Pasadena 1.7 mi 5.3
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pasadena 1.8 mi 5.5
FRED ROBERTS MIDDLE Houston 2.1 mi 6.1
L F SMITH EL So Houston 2.2 mi 5.7
MEADOR EL Houston 2.1 mi 6.0
PASADENA MEMORIAL H S Pasadena 2.0 mi 7.1
CARTER LOMAX MIDDLE Pasadena 2.0 mi 6.5
DR KIRK LEWIS CAREER AND TECHNICAL H S Houston 2.1 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,516

Median Home Value

$178,100

Median Rent

$1,178/mo

Population

37,185

College Educated

12.7%

Homeownership

50.1%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

21.8%

Median Age

33.3

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IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY MISSION Mission, TX 6.3
ILTEXAS HOUSTON WINDMILL LAKES OREM H S Houston, TX 6.3
RUSK H S Rusk, TX 6.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Yes Prep - Southeast

What grades does Yes Prep - Southeast serve?

Yes Prep - Southeast serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Yes Prep - Southeast?

Yes Prep - Southeast has an enrollment of approximately 875 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Yes Prep - Southeast?

The student-teacher ratio at Yes Prep - Southeast is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Yes Prep - Southeast rank in TX?

Yes Prep - Southeast ranks #4,337 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Yes Prep - Southeast's MySchoolScout rating?

Yes Prep - Southeast has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 - Southeast?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Yes Prep - Southeast has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Yes Prep - Southeast a charter school?

Yes, Yes Prep - Southeast is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Yes Prep - Southeast a Title I school?

No, Yes Prep - Southeast is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yes Prep - Southeast?

86.4% of students at Yes Prep - Southeast qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
875
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.0%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC
District Enrollment
17,622
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,353
District Rank
#9 of 21

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