YES PREP - SOUTHWEST

YES PREP - SOUTHWEST is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 925 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 64 teachers, YES PREP - SOUTHWEST has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

YES Prep Southwest is a public charter school located in the 77053 zip code of Houston, Texas. As part of the broader YES Prep Public Schools network—a high-performing system known for its mission to increase college attainment among underserved communities—the Southwest campus focuses on providing a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum. The school is dedicated to creating an environment where students, regardless of their background, are challenged academically and supported socially to ensure they are prepared for success in four-year universities.

The campus operates with a mission-driven culture that emphasizes high expectations, structured discipline, and a strong sense of community. By offering smaller class sizes and intensive academic programming, YES Prep Southwest aims to close the opportunity gap for its students. The school actively promotes a "college-bound" identity from the moment students enroll, utilizing a combination of high-quality instruction and extracurricular opportunities to develop well-rounded graduates who are equipped to navigate the demands of higher education.

For more information, contact YES PREP - SOUTHWEST at (713) 967-9200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.