NORTH FOREST HIGH SCHOOL

NORTH FOREST H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the HOUSTON ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 1,017 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 58 teachers, NORTH FOREST H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

North Forest High School is a public secondary institution located at 10725 Mesa Drive in Houston, Texas, operating under the jurisdiction of the Houston Independent School District (HISD). The school serves students in the North Forest community, providing a comprehensive academic program designed to prepare young adults for post-secondary education and career opportunities. As part of the state’s largest school district, the campus follows HISD’s educational standards, emphasizing core curriculum requirements, elective pathways, and student support services.

The school is situated in a historically significant area of Houston, and its integration into the Houston Independent School District has focused on aligning the campus with the district’s broader goals for student achievement and resource equity. By leveraging the tools and administrative support provided by HISD, North Forest High School strives to create an environment that promotes academic growth, extracurricular engagement, and community involvement. For families seeking specific details regarding school calendars, enrollment procedures, or campus-specific initiatives, the district’s official website at http://www.houstonisd.org serves as the primary resource for information.

For more information, contact NORTH FOREST H S at (713) 636-4300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

10725 MESA DR
HOUSTON, TX 77078-1401
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NORTH FOREST HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in HOUSTON, TX with about 1,017 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
HOUSTON ISD
Total Students:
1,017
Teachers:
58.84
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,017 students

Black or African American
63.6%
Hispanic/Latino
34.9%
White
0.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.