Serving 1,036 students in grades 6-12, Yes Prep - Southwest ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,036 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yes Prep - Southwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Yes Prep - Southwest's student population of 1,036 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,036 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Yes Prep - Southwest ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yes Prep - Southwest is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2759 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yes Prep - Southwest's ranking?
Yes Prep - Southwest is ranked #2759 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yes Prep - Southwest?
The graduation rate of Yes Prep - Southwest is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Yes Prep - Southwest?
1,036 students attend Yes Prep - Southwest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Yes Prep - Southwest students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yes Prep - Southwest?
Yes Prep - Southwest has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yes Prep - Southwest offer ?
Yes Prep - Southwest offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Yes Prep - Southwest part of?
Yes Prep - Southwest is part of Yes Preparatory Public Schools Inc.
In what neighborhood is Yes Prep - Southwest located?
Yes Prep - Southwest is located in the Garden Place To Almeda neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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