YES PREP - SOUTHSIDE

YES PREP - SOUTHSIDE is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the YES PREP PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 628 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 41 teachers, YES PREP - SOUTHSIDE has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 Southside is a public charter school located in the South Loop area of Houston, Texas, serving students in grades 6 through 12. As part of the highly regarded YES Prep Public Schools network, the campus is committed to the mission of increasing the number of students from underserved communities who graduate from a four-year college or university. The school focuses on a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum that emphasizes high academic standards, structured classroom environments, and character development, aiming to bridge the educational achievement gap for its student body.

Beyond academics, YES Prep Southside places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive and inclusive school culture. The campus works to cultivate strong relationships between students, teachers, and families, often utilizing advisory programs to ensure that every student has a mentor to guide them through their academic journey. By providing a safe, goal-oriented atmosphere and robust extracurricular opportunities, the school prepares its students not only to succeed in higher education but to become engaged and responsible leaders in their future professional and community lives.

For more information, contact YES PREP - SOUTHSIDE at (713) 967-9000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.