YES PREP - NORTHSIDE

YES PREP - NORTHSIDE 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 916 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 56 teachers, YES PREP - NORTHSIDE has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 Northside, located at 5215 Jensen Drive in Houston, is a public charter school that is part of the well-regarded YES Prep Public Schools network. Serving students in the Northside community, the school is dedicated to its mission of increasing college access and success for students from underserved communities. The campus is known for fostering a structured, high-expectations academic environment that emphasizes rigorous coursework, college readiness, and character development, ensuring that students are prepared for the challenges of higher education.

Beyond the classroom, YES Prep Northside focuses on creating a supportive school culture that encourages student agency and community engagement. The school typically offers a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and enrichment programs designed to develop the whole student. By maintaining a strong partnership between students, families, and dedicated educators, the campus strives to close the educational opportunity gap and empower its graduates to compete successfully in the global workforce.

For more information, contact YES PREP - NORTHSIDE at (713) 924-0400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.