Serving 781 students in grades 9-12, Yates High School 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 14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 781 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yates High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Yates High School's student population of 781 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
781 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Rankings
Yates High School 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 Yates High School is 0.28, 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
#7847 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
84%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
73%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yates High School's ranking?
Yates High School is ranked #7847 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Yates High School often compared to?
Yates High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Energy Institute High School, Wheatley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yates High School?
The graduation rate of Yates High School is 73%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Yates High School?
781 students attend Yates High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Yates High School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yates High School?
Yates High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yates High School offer ?
Yates High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Yates High School part of?
Yates High School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Yates High School located?
Yates High School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 26 other public schools located in South Side.
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