School Overview
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.
974
Total Students
65.7
Full-Time Teachers
14.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
89.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for NORTH FOREST H S
Demographic Student Count
White9
Hispanic451
Black501
Asian3
Two or More6
American Indian4
  • Black
    501 (51.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    451 (46.3 %)
  • White
    9 (0.9 %)
  • Two or More
    6 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.4 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: HOUSTON ISD
Phone: (713)636-4300
Website: http://www.houstonisd.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 974
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 65.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 868
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 3
Grades Taught
Grade 9 288
Grade 10 271
Grade 11 209
Grade 12 206

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for NORTH FOREST H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9288
Grade 10271
Grade 11209
Grade 12206
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for NORTH FOREST H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female46047.2%
Male51452.8%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)