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#3524 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 41% in state

Yes Prep - Southwest

High School · YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC

4411 ANDERSON RD, Houston, TX 77053

Charter

Enrollment

1,036

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

6.8

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,524 of 8,552

In Houston

#199 of 723

public schools

In district

#6 of 21

YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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6.8/10

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

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About Yes Prep - Southwest

Yes Prep - Southwest is a public high school in Houston, TX, part of YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC. Yes Prep - Southwest serves approximately 1,036 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Yes Prep - Southwest has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,524 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Yes Prep - Southwest show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Yes Prep - Southwest 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.7 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+22.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
College Readiness7.6Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation29%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,353
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

Yes Prep - Southwest — Students at Yes Prep - Southwest score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 76.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 69.6% (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
95%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
93%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
91%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
91%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
50.3%
ELA
50.3%
2024
Math
49%
ELA
67%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Yes Prep - Southwest Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in TX
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
5.7/10
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
93%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
29% 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

4411 ANDERSON RD, Houston, TX 77053

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Yes Prep - Southwest may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WILLOWRIDGE H S (rated 4.3/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MADISON H S (rated 4.2/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
R D S P D Houston 0.7 mi 3.3
KING EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Houston 0.7 mi 6.0
REAGAN K-8 EDUCATIONAL CTR Houston 0.7 mi 6.0
MONTGOMERY EL Houston 1.1 mi 5.0
GRISSOM EL Houston 1.2 mi 3.9
LAWSON MIDDLE Houston 1.3 mi 6.5
PETERSEN EL Houston 1.3 mi 6.8
RIDGEMONT EL Houston 1.5 mi 5.9
RIDGEMONT EARLY LITERACY CENTER Houston 1.6 mi 6.2
MADISON H S Houston 1.7 mi 4.2
ALMEDA EL Houston 1.5 mi 5.7
WINDSOR VILLAGE EL Houston 1.9 mi 7.2
HOBBY EL Houston 2.1 mi 4.8
RIDGEGATE EL Houston 2.1 mi 5.3
HINES-CALDWELL Houston 2.3 mi 5.2
CHRISTA MCAULIFFE MIDDLE Houston 2.3 mi 3.0
LAURA INGALLS WILDER EL Alvin 2.9 mi 8.0
WILLOWRIDGE H S Houston 2.7 mi 4.3
THE IMANI SCHOOL Houston 3.0 mi 5.3
SILVERLINE MONTESSORI SCHOOL - SHADOW CREEK Pearland 3.0 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,739

Median Home Value

$166,200

Median Rent

$1,579/mo

Population

30,256

College Educated

12.7%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

35.4

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IDEA RIO GRANDE CITY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Rio Grande City, TX 6.8
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KIPP SOMOS COLLEGIATE San Antonio, TX 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Yes Prep - Southwest

What grades does Yes Prep - Southwest serve?

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

How many students attend Yes Prep - Southwest?

Yes Prep - Southwest has an enrollment of approximately 1,036 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Yes Prep - Southwest is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Yes Prep - Southwest rank in TX?

Yes Prep - Southwest ranks #3,524 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Yes Prep - Southwest's MySchoolScout rating?

Yes Prep - Southwest has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 - Southwest?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Yes Prep - Southwest has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Yes Prep - Southwest a charter school?

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

Is Yes Prep - Southwest a Title I school?

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

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

93.1% of students at Yes Prep - Southwest 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
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
1,036
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Harris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%
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
#6 of 21

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