Serving 994 students in grades 6-12, Yes Prep - East End ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 994 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yes Prep - East End's student population of 994 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
994 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Yes Prep - East End ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yes Prep - East End is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5934 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Explorers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yes Prep - East End's ranking?
Yes Prep - East End is ranked #5934 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Yes Prep - East End often compared to?
Yes Prep - East Endis often viewed alongside schools like Houston Gateway Academy - Coral Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yes Prep - East End?
The graduation rate of Yes Prep - East End is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Yes Prep - East End?
994 students attend Yes Prep - East End.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Yes Prep - East End students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yes Prep - East End?
Yes Prep - East End has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yes Prep - East End offer ?
Yes Prep - East End offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Yes Prep - East End part of?
Yes Prep - East End is part of Yes Preparatory Public Schools Inc.
In what neighborhood is Yes Prep - East End located?
Yes Prep - East End is located in the Greater East End neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in Greater East End.
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