North Forest Elementary School serves 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Forest Elementary School's student population of 646 students has grown by 131% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 129% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Forest Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
74%
53%
Black
22%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend North Forest Elementary School?
646 students attend North Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of North Forest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Forest Elementary School?
North Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Forest Elementary School offer ?
North Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is North Forest Elementary School part of?
North Forest Elementary School is part of Yes Preparatory Public Schools Inc.
In what neighborhood is North Forest Elementary School located?
North Forest Elementary School is located in the East Little York And Homestead neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in East Little York And Homestead.
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