North Forest Elementary School serves 279 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Forest Elementary School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Forest Elementary School is 0.39, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
76%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 04/26/2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend North Forest Elementary School?
279 students attend North Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of North Forest Elementary School students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Forest Elementary School?
North Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Forest Elementary School offer ?
North Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is North Forest Elementary School part of?
North Forest Elementary School is part of Yes Prep Public Schools Inc School District.
In what neighborhood is North Forest Elementary School located?
North Forest Elementary School is located in the East Little York And Homestead neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in East Little York And Homestead.
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