Serving 990 students in grades 6-12, Yes Prep - West ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 990 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yes Prep - West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Yes Prep - West's student population of 990 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
990 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
Navy and Red
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Yes Prep - West ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yes Prep - West is 0.26, 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
#5499 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
86%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
2%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Marvels
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yes Prep - West's ranking?
Yes Prep - West is ranked #5499 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Yes Prep - West often compared to?
Yes Prep - Westis often viewed alongside schools like Yes Prep - Gulfton, Pin Oak Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yes Prep - West?
The graduation rate of Yes Prep - West is 85-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Yes Prep - West?
990 students attend Yes Prep - West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Yes Prep - West students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yes Prep - West?
Yes Prep - West has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yes Prep - West offer ?
Yes Prep - West offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Yes Prep - West part of?
Yes Prep - West is part of Yes Prep Public Schools Inc.
In what neighborhood is Yes Prep - West located?
Yes Prep - West is located in the Chinatown neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Chinatown.
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