Serving 157 students in grades 6-8, Yellowstone College Preparatory 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 8% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yellowstone College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Yellowstone College Preparatory's student population of 157 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
157 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Yellowstone College Preparatory ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yellowstone College Preparatory is 0.04, 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
#7507 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
53%
Black
98%
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yellowstone College Preparatory's ranking?
Yellowstone College Preparatory is ranked #7507 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Yellowstone College Preparatory?
157 students attend Yellowstone College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Yellowstone College Preparatory students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yellowstone College Preparatory?
Yellowstone College Preparatory has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yellowstone College Preparatory offer ?
Yellowstone College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Yellowstone College Preparatory part of?
Yellowstone College Preparatory is part of Yellowstone College Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Yellowstone College Preparatory located?
Yellowstone College Preparatory is located in the South Side neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 26 other public schools located in South Side.
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