Serving 999 students in grades 6-12, Yes Prep - North Central ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 999 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- 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 - North Central ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Yes Prep - North Central's student population of 999 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
999 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Yes Prep - North Central ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yes Prep - North Central is 0.08, 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
#3228 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yes Prep - North Central's ranking?
Yes Prep - North Central is ranked #3228 out of 8,188 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?
54% 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 - North Central?
The graduation rate of Yes Prep - North Central is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Yes Prep - North Central?
999 students attend Yes Prep - North Central.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Yes Prep - North Central students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yes Prep - North Central?
Yes Prep - North Central has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yes Prep - North Central offer ?
Yes Prep - North Central offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Yes Prep - North Central part of?
Yes Prep - North Central is part of Yes Prep 51爆料s Inc School District.
In what neighborhood is Yes Prep - North Central located?
Yes Prep - North Central is located in the Magnolia Gardens neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Magnolia Gardens.
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